Review of Prisoners (2013) by Atheer O — 10 Feb 2016

Very tense indeed!!! Best thriller I've watched in ages.

This review of Prisoners (2013) was written by Atheer O on 10 Feb 2016.

Prisoners has generally received very positive reviews.

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