Review of The Relic (1997) by Toni S — 19 Jul 2008

Don't bother! Just watch CSI reruns instead...they're *all* much better than this.

This review of The Relic (1997) was written by Toni S on 19 Jul 2008.

The Relic has generally received mixed reviews.

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