Review of Insomnia (2002) by Rocknblues 8 — 22 Jun 2012

Director Christopher Nolan sure does like to mess with the senses.

This review of Insomnia (2002) was written by Rocknblues 8 on 22 Jun 2012.

Insomnia has generally received very positive reviews.

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