Review of The Devil's Double (2011) by Ian H — 27 Aug 2012

Great idea for a movie but overall disappointing.

This review of The Devil's Double (2011) was written by Ian H on 27 Aug 2012.

The Devil's Double has generally received positive reviews.

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