Review of Mad Detective (2007) by Deepak S — 16 Feb 2008

Direction and cinematography is top notch stuff.The guy who plays the titular detective is superb.The movie has a great first half and a decent second.

This review of Mad Detective (2007) was written by Deepak S on 16 Feb 2008.

Mad Detective has generally received positive reviews.

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