Review of Saw V (2008) by Brad S — 30 Jan 2011

We don't need more garabge movies to fill in plot holes from previous bad movies.

This review of Saw V (2008) was written by Brad S on 30 Jan 2011.

Saw V has generally received mixed reviews.

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