Review of Oculus (2014) by Emily L — 01 Jan 2016

Actually for a horror, very well made. didn't like the open ending, but how does a mirror get its comeuppance?

This review of Oculus (2014) was written by Emily L on 01 Jan 2016.

Oculus has generally received mixed reviews.

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