Review of Edge of Darkness (2010) by Brad R — 13 Aug 2011

REALLY Dissapointing. Thought it would be like "Taken"... not even close.

This review of Edge of Darkness (2010) was written by Brad R on 13 Aug 2011.

Edge of Darkness has generally received mixed reviews.

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