Review of Swimming Pool (2003) by Ryan J — 16 Jan 2010

What sold me on this movie was the topless hottie. I really had trouble getting into this film.

This review of Swimming Pool (2003) was written by Ryan J on 16 Jan 2010.

Swimming Pool has generally received positive reviews.

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After it is over, you will want to go back and think things through again, and I can help you by suggesting there is one, and only one, interpretation…

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By Regan C (74) on 25 Mar 2013

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