Review of Contagion (2011) by Haven W — 25 Oct 2018

Contagion has a stark realism to it that makes you forget how truly unlikely a worldwide outbreak actually is.

This review of Contagion (2011) was written by Haven W on 25 Oct 2018.

Contagion has generally received positive reviews.

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