Review of Safe (1993) by Tero L — 26 Jan 2009

This place at latter part was so scary, cult-like. Did not understand the decisions of her...

This review of Safe (1993) was written by Tero L on 26 Jan 2009.

Safe has generally received positive reviews.

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