Review of Carnage (1984) by Kurt B — 16 Jun 2012

Believable dialogue, unbelievable situation. Poor kids.

This review of Carnage (1984) was written by Kurt B on 16 Jun 2012.

Carnage has generally received mixed reviews.

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