Review of Descent (2005) by Neil D — 12 Aug 2011

One of the best horror movies I've seen for ages. Genuinely creepy and scary. Or is that just my claustrophobia? Well worth watching.

This review of Descent (2005) was written by Neil D on 12 Aug 2011.

Descent has generally received mixed reviews.

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