Review of Smiley (2012) by Trevor B — 22 Jul 2014

This new age slasher has an unexpected depth and psychological twist that makes it worth viewing.

This review of Smiley (2012) was written by Trevor B on 22 Jul 2014.

Smiley has generally received negative reviews.

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I'm actually just watching it now on DVD and can place it in the same category as all the other American teen slasher films…

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By Carly O (5) on 11 Aug 2014

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It s an absolute shame.the director is a monkey.half of the movie shows ears of the actors which seem stupid.and first of all.what kind of…

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By Riki R (1) on 26 Jan 2014

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By Mara M (20) on 13 Feb 2015

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By Vincent C (177) on 17 Sep 2014

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