Watchmen
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Although this adaptation of Alan Moore’s graphic novel about vigilante superheroes came off a “little flat” in theaters, it deserves a second look on DVD, said the Baltimore Sun. The Blu-ray edition’s “Maximum Movie” mode insets commentary, behind-the-scenes footage, and art from the original comic.
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