Review of Breakdown (1997) by Ashley S — 22 Aug 2007

Gripping, incredibly tense thriller, really surprised me when I saw it.

This review of Breakdown (1997) was written by Ashley S on 22 Aug 2007.

Breakdown has generally received positive reviews.

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