Review of Martyrs (2008) by Patrick M — 29 Jul 2013

Tres Bon film d'horreur quebecois. Very disturbing.

This review of Martyrs (2008) was written by Patrick M on 29 Jul 2013.

Martyrs has generally received mixed reviews.

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As far as plot goes I can't say much without giving anything away, so I'll keep it simple…

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By Gman H (337) on 25 Jan 2017

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By Ed T (186) on 06 Dec 2016

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The rare case of an awesome movie that I´ll never watch again! I´m still shocked…

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