Review of Citizen X (1995) by Iro A — 23 Feb 2008

Superb! Acting, script, cinematography, spot on. Gritty, chilling and very very good.

This review of Citizen X (1995) was written by Iro A on 23 Feb 2008.

Citizen X has generally received positive reviews.

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