Review of The Manchurian Candidate (2004) by Toni L — 17 Feb 2008

Conspiracy Theory revisited... Is it a dream or did it really happen? The quest to uncover the truth and whom to trust is gripping stuff and leaves you in suspense right up to the end. Plot twister R us!

This review of The Manchurian Candidate (2004) was written by Toni L on 17 Feb 2008.

The Manchurian Candidate has generally received positive reviews.

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