Review of Oldboy (2013) by Theodore C — 04 May 2014

Just as good as the original; not too keen on the alternative twist. Overall great movie.

This review of Oldboy (2013) was written by Theodore C on 04 May 2014.

Oldboy has generally received mixed reviews.

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