Review of Carnage (1984) by Jennifer Y — 21 Apr 2012

Not worth it. Slow. Boring. No redeeming value.

This review of Carnage (1984) was written by Jennifer Y on 21 Apr 2012.

Carnage has generally received mixed reviews.

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