Review of Dark Water (2007) by Brendan N — 04 Jun 2012

Disappointing end. Inadequate horror. Atmospheric and occasionally thoughtful.

This review of Dark Water (2007) was written by Brendan N on 04 Jun 2012.

Dark Water has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Abid S (15) on 02 Jan 2013

Mediocrity at it's best. Deal with the dead? Pfftt. If you're looking for scares this one is not for you…

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