Review of Open Water (2004) by Morgan W — 09 Jun 2008

It was above average but was the full frontal really necessary? I mean come on...

This review of Open Water (2004) was written by Morgan W on 09 Jun 2008.

Open Water has generally received mixed reviews.

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