Review of A Perfect Getaway (2009) by Quincy M — 09 Nov 2010

A good looking thriller that builds very slowly and ends up throwing a cheesy ridiculous "twist". Wasn't impressed....

This review of A Perfect Getaway (2009) was written by Quincy M on 09 Nov 2010.

A Perfect Getaway has generally received positive reviews.

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