Review of The Lifeguard (2013) by Chad N — 03 Aug 2013

Brilliant. The new 'Lost In Translation'.

This review of The Lifeguard (2013) was written by Chad N on 03 Aug 2013.

The Lifeguard has generally received mixed reviews.

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