Review of Scanners (1981) by Jean-Paul S — 31 Oct 2007

"Masterfully done by Cronenberg".

This review of Scanners (1981) was written by Jean-Paul S on 31 Oct 2007.

Scanners has generally received positive reviews.

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By Grant S (1,780) on 19 Jan 2015

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