Review of A Cure for Wellness (2017) by Jeff P — 22 Feb 2017

Too long and dragging for the final conclusion that I almost missed. Thank goodness it was set in a visually stunning area of Switzerland.

This review of A Cure for Wellness (2017) was written by Jeff P on 22 Feb 2017.

A Cure for Wellness has generally received mixed reviews.

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