Review of The Interpreter (2005) by Melanie F — 12 Jul 2008

It was ok. Sean Penn is not a favorite. Lacked in suspense. Plus, Nicole Kidman holds someone at gun point. WHAT?!

This review of The Interpreter (2005) was written by Melanie F on 12 Jul 2008.

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