Review of Undertow (1996) by Philip L — 08 Jul 2007

A dazzling gothic thriller. Like a modern tale of Jim and Huck on the run from Pap.

This review of Undertow (1996) was written by Philip L on 08 Jul 2007.

Undertow has generally received mixed reviews.

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