Review of The Pledge (2001) by Matt Z — 08 Jun 2007

Brilliant film and an equally brilliant performance by Nicholson. Bit very very very very very depressing.

This review of The Pledge (2001) was written by Matt Z on 08 Jun 2007.

The Pledge has generally received positive reviews.

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