Review of The Manchurian Candidate (2004) by Grant K — 20 Apr 2013

I have the DVD and tried to finish it twice but to no avail, will try to watch it though in the future.

This review of The Manchurian Candidate (2004) was written by Grant K on 20 Apr 2013.

The Manchurian Candidate has generally received positive reviews.

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