Review of Atlas Shrugged: Part II (2012) by Dan M — 12 Aug 2013

Ayn Rand's classic book has always, and will always be lost in translation to film. It's like trying to make Glen Gary Glen Ross into musical.

This review of Atlas Shrugged: Part II (2012) was written by Dan M on 12 August 2013.

Atlas Shrugged: Part II has generally received mixed reviews.

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