Review of Eyes Wide Shut (1999) by James O — 01 Jul 2011

A starnge film full of sexual intrigue and bizarre cult like practices. The film has a kind of disturbing atmosphere about it. A little haunting.

This review of Eyes Wide Shut (1999) was written by James O on 01 Jul 2011.

Eyes Wide Shut has generally received positive reviews.

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