Review of Permanent Midnight (1998) by Geena B — 09 Nov 2006

Excellent movie, Ben Stiller's best and most dramatic performance ever. co-stars Owen Wilson. Diagram of a Scam.

This review of Permanent Midnight (1998) was written by Geena B on 09 Nov 2006.

Permanent Midnight has generally received positive reviews.

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