Review of The Abyss (1989) by Kyle A — 24 Aug 2009

Great cast and a tremendous storytelling job by Cameron. Would you let your wife drown to save her? Tough call.

This review of The Abyss (1989) was written by Kyle A on 24 Aug 2009.

The Abyss has generally received positive reviews.

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