Review of Contagion (2011) by Samantha R — 21 Dec 2012

Stellar cast, but kind of average disease-of-the-week style thriller.

This review of Contagion (2011) was written by Samantha R on 21 Dec 2012.

Contagion has generally received positive reviews.

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