Review of The Manchurian Candidate (2004) by Matt H — 12 May 2014

Okay...Meryl Streep is a mean mom.. good thing she gets shot...oops sorry for ruining the movie.

This review of The Manchurian Candidate (2004) was written by Matt H on 12 May 2014.

The Manchurian Candidate has generally received positive reviews.

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