Review of Basic Instinct (1992) by Merlyns L — 02 Apr 2009

Great complicated story - one of my all time faves!

This review of Basic Instinct (1992) was written by Merlyns L on 02 Apr 2009.

Basic Instinct has generally received mixed reviews.

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