Review of Maniac (2012) by Sahra S — 23 Jun 2013

Watch the murders through the killers eyes!

Great "horror" movie.

This review of Maniac (2012) was written by Sahra S on 23 Jun 2013.

Maniac has generally received mixed reviews.

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