Review of Barb Wire (1996) by Edgar G — 01 Feb 2007

Opening scene with a hose should get anyone wet.

This review of Barb Wire (1996) was written by Edgar G on 01 Feb 2007.

Barb Wire has generally received negative reviews.

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