Review of Shattered Glass (2003) by Iman S — 05 Mar 2008

Great movie. It took me by surprise. Entertaining from start to finish and loved Hayden Christensen and Peter Sarsgaard performances.

This review of Shattered Glass (2003) was written by Iman S on 05 Mar 2008.

Shattered Glass has generally received positive reviews.

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