Review of Permanent Midnight (1998) by Crystal H — 18 Nov 2007

Paints drug addiction in a very non-popular light and Ben Stiller does a really great job in this drama.

This review of Permanent Midnight (1998) was written by Crystal H on 18 Nov 2007.

Permanent Midnight has generally received positive reviews.

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