Review of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009) by Emma J — 13 Feb 2012

Once you get past the subtitles, it's a powerful film. Well acted, well written, and well put together.

This review of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009) was written by Emma J on 13 Feb 2012.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo has generally received very positive reviews.

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