Review of Savages (2006) by Philip C — 10 Sep 2009

Easily one of the greatest scripts ever written. Dark. Hilarious. And deeply emotional. Bravo.

This review of Savages (2006) was written by Philip C on 10 Sep 2009.

Savages has generally received positive reviews.

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