Review of Breakdown (1997) by Elisa R — 22 Jan 2007

AWESOME FILM! THE MESSAGE IS EVEN BETTER....NEVER FELL SAFE!

This review of Breakdown (1997) was written by Elisa R on 22 Jan 2007.

Breakdown has generally received positive reviews.

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