Review of The Dark Half (1993) by Sharon M — 26 May 2007

This was ok. Nothing compared to the book ofcourse, but not a bad watch either.

This review of The Dark Half (1993) was written by Sharon M on 26 May 2007.

The Dark Half has generally received mixed reviews.

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