‘Unknown Origins’: Cool Concept, Poor Execution
Unknown Origins promises a cool spin on superheroes and serial killers, but ultimately delivers cheap comedy.

In a tribute to Len Goodman, a look back on his dozen years beneath the glitterball as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing. Featuring behind-the-scenes footage, archive moments and interviews with judges and contestants from the show
Unknown Origins promises a cool spin on superheroes and serial killers, but ultimately delivers cheap comedy.
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