Review of Insomnia (2002) by Sam S — 09 Mar 2012

Nolan gets it right again. And Al Pacino reminds me yet again why he's the greatest actor there is.

This review of Insomnia (2002) was written by Sam S on 09 Mar 2012.

Insomnia has generally received very positive reviews.

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