Review of Descent (2007) by Dylan S — 13 Apr 2013

Totally refreshing "horror" movie. I was actually in suspense and pretty close to crapping my pants for 2/3 of the movie.

This review of Descent (2007) was written by Dylan S on 13 Apr 2013.

Descent has generally received mixed reviews.

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