Review of Cassandra's Dream (2007) by Kevin C — 16 Dec 2008

Really boring movie. Every step took ages to unfold and had no real tension to it.

This review of Cassandra's Dream (2007) was written by Kevin C on 16 Dec 2008.

Cassandra's Dream has generally received positive reviews.

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