Review of Detention (2012) by Adrian D — 09 Oct 2012

Lots of things going on in this movie but found it to be quite unique, funny, good effects but sometimes too over the place.

This review of Detention (2012) was written by Adrian D on 09 Oct 2012.

Detention has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Dave J (1,987) on 11 Jan 2014

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By David L (3,419) on 09 Nov 2014

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Take me, Beauty Beast. Your teeth are so hard…

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15 minuti di questo film = 30 anni nei campi di lavoro in siberia…

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Balances just on the right side of smart versus pretentious. Kinda Scot Pilgrim Vs Scream…

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