Review of Breakdown (1997) by Nicholas C — 18 Jun 2012

I liked it..even though..why the hell would you leave your wife in the Car!!

This review of Breakdown (1997) was written by Nicholas C on 18 Jun 2012.

Breakdown has generally received positive reviews.

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