Review of Return to Paradise (1998) by Bill M — 20 May 2008

This movie is intriguing, but the story will piss you off -- there is no justice in this world.

This review of Return to Paradise (1998) was written by Bill M on 20 May 2008.

Return to Paradise has generally received positive reviews.

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