Review of The Descent (2005) by Hugh M — 27 Feb 2012

THIS MOVIE WAS SO COOL! I saw the previews for it FOREVER! Then I actually decided to watch it! Not scary at all...

This review of The Descent (2005) was written by Hugh M on 27 Feb 2012.

The Descent has generally received positive reviews.

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