Review of Prisoners (2013) by Chuck B — 31 May 2014

Absolutely amazing. One of the better crime thrillers I've seen since se7en.

This review of Prisoners (2013) was written by Chuck B on 31 May 2014.

Prisoners has generally received very positive reviews.

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