Review of Down Periscope (1996) by Justin O — 12 Jun 2007

I used to watch this at every birthday party I had. Coincidentally alot of my old friends hate this movie.

This review of Down Periscope (1996) was written by Justin O on 12 Jun 2007.

Down Periscope has generally received positive reviews.

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