Review of A Perfect Getaway (2009) by Beth W — 24 Aug 2010

A great film with a wicked twist at the end :D.

This review of A Perfect Getaway (2009) was written by Beth W on 24 Aug 2010.

A Perfect Getaway has generally received positive reviews.

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