Review of Open Water (2004) by Susanna L — 26 May 2008

Exciting, but when they started to fight in the sater, in the middle of the ocean sorrounded by sharks, I just lost focus.

This review of Open Water (2004) was written by Susanna L on 26 May 2008.

Open Water has generally received mixed reviews.

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