Review of Basic Instinct (1992) by Marie S — 15 Mar 2009

A freaky thriller - boiled rabbit anyone?

This review of Basic Instinct (1992) was written by Marie S on 15 Mar 2009.

Basic Instinct has generally received mixed reviews.

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