Review of A Perfect Getaway (2009) by Mark K — 16 Feb 2014

I loved this movie. I could tell why it would not be for everyone but Olyphant and Zahn play tremendous characters.

This review of A Perfect Getaway (2009) was written by Mark K on 16 Feb 2014.

A Perfect Getaway has generally received positive reviews.

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