Review of Deterrence (2000) by Darla B — 05 Apr 2007

A pressure cooker of a movie all shot in one room... great cast, great script... a thinker.

This review of Deterrence (2000) was written by Darla B on 05 Apr 2007.

Deterrence has generally received mixed reviews.

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