Review of The Cold Light of Day (2012) by Kaitlyn J — 25 Aug 2013

A great cast is wasted on a ridiculously plotted action cliche.

This review of The Cold Light of Day (2012) was written by Kaitlyn J on 25 Aug 2013.

The Cold Light of Day has generally received negative reviews.

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