Review of Misery (1990) by Neil Charles Kevin S — 10 Oct 2012

Everyone did great in this Stephen King adaptation and it really shows. Very disturbing and a total shocker.

This review of Misery (1990) was written by Neil Charles Kevin S on 10 Oct 2012.

Misery has generally received very positive reviews.

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