Review of Stoker (2013) by Paul C — 16 Jul 2013

Sometimes uncomfortable psychological thriller about an abnormal family. After a woman's husband dies his long lost brother shows up, and then...

This review of Stoker (2013) was written by Paul C on 16 Jul 2013.

Stoker has generally received positive reviews.

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