Review of Swimming Pool (2003) by Michael D — 28 Dec 2008

This is an unthrilling thriller which is probably most enjoyed by teenage boys who want to see Ludivine Sagnier with no clothes on.

This review of Swimming Pool (2003) was written by Michael D on 28 Dec 2008.

Swimming Pool has generally received positive reviews.

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By Larry C (399) on 12 Aug 2014

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By Augustine H (906) on 13 Apr 2014

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