Review of The Captive (2014) by Cheryl C — 15 Sep 2015

So creepy and sad... I pray that all missing kids cases are resolved...

This review of The Captive (2014) was written by Cheryl C on 15 Sep 2015.

The Captive has generally received mixed reviews.

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