Review of The Maze Runner (2014) by Cameron F — 07 Oct 2015

A trippy,intriguingly clever story. Dylan O'Brien rises to the occasion.

This review of The Maze Runner (2014) was written by Cameron F on 07 Oct 2015.

The Maze Runner has generally received positive reviews.

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