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Review of Oldboy (2013) by Trevin C — 07 Dec 2013

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Terrific remake of the disturbing, classic original.

This review of Oldboy (2013) was written by Trevin C on 07 Dec 2013.

Oldboy has generally received mixed reviews.

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