Review of JCVD (2008) by Peter P — 12 Dec 2009

Wow, WOW, I mean, WOW. Who knew, great film. JCVD is amazing in this. Again, WOW.

This review of JCVD (2008) was written by Peter P on 12 Dec 2009.

JCVD has generally received positive reviews.

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