Review of Never Let Me Go (2010) by Jesus H — 10 Aug 2011

Oh well, that was depressing. Mulligan is just so good. interesting story. good directing. nice overall.

This review of Never Let Me Go (2010) was written by Jesus H on 10 Aug 2011.

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