Review of Running with Scissors (2006) by Rizza G — 18 Sep 2012

A complete Freudian slip. I rate films out of 4 stars. (2/4).

This review of Running with Scissors (2006) was written by Rizza G on 18 Sep 2012.

Running with Scissors has generally received mixed reviews.

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