Review of Scanners (1981) by Rafiq U — 05 Apr 2008

A really intense beginning and end with a definitely different story.

This review of Scanners (1981) was written by Rafiq U on 05 Apr 2008.

Scanners has generally received positive reviews.

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By Brett C (553) on 11 Nov 2014

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