Review of Dreamcatcher (2003) by Rini N — 22 Oct 2012

Quite different than other previous Stephen King novel-based movie I watched. Like it, tho some parts were predictable.

This review of Dreamcatcher (2003) was written by Rini N on 22 Oct 2012.

Dreamcatcher has generally received mixed reviews.

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