Review of Duplicity (2009) by Gabe S — 23 Feb 2010

Clever in theory, shockingly uninvolving to watch.

This review of Duplicity (2009) was written by Gabe S on 23 Feb 2010.

Duplicity has generally received mixed reviews.

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