Review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) by Jason B — 29 Oct 2011

Huh, it really is a Christmas movie after all. And a really good, twisted take on one too. I thought it was great!

This review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) was written by Jason B on 29 Oct 2011.

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale has generally received positive reviews.

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