Review of Basic Instinct (1992) by Paullo H — 21 Oct 2011

Cold, suspensful movie. Love the beaver shot!

This review of Basic Instinct (1992) was written by Paullo H on 21 Oct 2011.

Basic Instinct has generally received mixed reviews.

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