Review of Basic Instinct (1992) by Anita M — 22 Dec 2009

This suspenseful movie had me on the edge of my seat...not knowing what was gonna happen next...twists and turns.

This review of Basic Instinct (1992) was written by Anita M on 22 Dec 2009.

Basic Instinct has generally received mixed reviews.

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