Review of Jindabyne (2006) by Phil D — 30 Dec 2007

TENSE. GOOD ACTING. REMOTE LOCATION. UNJUST. DANGEROUS.

This review of Jindabyne (2006) was written by Phil D on 30 Dec 2007.

Jindabyne has generally received mixed reviews.

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