Review of eXistenZ (1999) by Gregory M — 26 Jul 2008

I don't think I 'got it'. may have to give it another chance to see what some people are raving about.

This review of eXistenZ (1999) was written by Gregory M on 26 Jul 2008.

eXistenZ has generally received positive reviews.

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