Review of Purgatory House (2003) by Michael F — 02 Jun 2007

I was offended by the way self injury(do NOT call it mutilation) and attempted suicide was potrayed in this movie.

This review of Purgatory House (2003) was written by Michael F on 02 Jun 2007.

Purgatory House has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Summer C (11) on 03 Jul 2007

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A fairly compelling movie, but when one realizes that the screenplay was penned by a 14-year-old gal...it adds a whole new perspective to all…

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By Sarajane S (4) on 26 Jul 2007

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By Lee M (4,001) on 13 Jul 2008

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By Liz R (154) on 10 Sep 2007

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