Review of Hairbrained (2013) by Adam W — 23 Jun 2014

Was fun, but completely unrealistic. Not great.

This review of Hairbrained (2013) was written by Adam W on 23 Jun 2014.

Hairbrained has generally received mixed reviews.

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