Review of Sleepers (1996) by Adrienne L — 25 Sep 2009

Boring film about abuse and revenge with 'surprise' Kevin Bacon playing a freak.

This review of Sleepers (1996) was written by Adrienne L on 25 Sep 2009.

Sleepers has generally received positive reviews.

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