Review of Dark Days (2000) by Nicky M — 20 Mar 2009

Cannot recommend this movie more highly! Brilliant true life story of the people living underground in Manhattan.

This review of Dark Days (2000) was written by Nicky M on 20 Mar 2009.

Dark Days has generally received very positive reviews.

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