Review of Joy Ride (2001) by Hobie P — 01 Jan 2012

Nice thriller with enough laughs & chills to go around!

This review of Joy Ride (2001) was written by Hobie P on 01 Jan 2012.

Joy Ride has generally received positive reviews.

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