Review of Dark Water (1980) by Jake C — 25 Jul 2009

Jennifer Connelly is a wonderful actress. This movie is depressing but scary and very well made.

This review of Dark Water (1980) was written by Jake C on 25 Jul 2009.

Dark Water has generally received mixed reviews.

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