Review of Matchstick Men (2003) by Kevin W — 08 Sep 2014

I love ALL Nicholas Cage movies, but this one had a SHOCKING ending and I can usually guess endings.

This review of Matchstick Men (2003) was written by Kevin W on 08 Sep 2014.

Matchstick Men has generally received positive reviews.

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