Review of Auto Focus (2002) by Nathanael T — 22 Aug 2007

Wasn't bad... I liked this guy, Bob Crane. I had no clue his life had been ... well, a mess.

This review of Auto Focus (2002) was written by Nathanael T on 22 Aug 2007.

Auto Focus has generally received positive reviews.

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