Review of Playback (2012) by Tyler S — 30 Dec 2012

Perfection. I have never revered a movie so highly. slater is amazing in it.

This review of Playback (2012) was written by Tyler S on 30 Dec 2012.

Playback has generally received mixed reviews.

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