Review of Side Effects (2013) by Ibraheem M — 10 Jun 2014

Definitely like the twist in the movie. But as a studying counsellor didn't really see the realism to this movie, kinda scared me about my future career...

This review of Side Effects (2013) was written by Ibraheem M on 10 Jun 2014.

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