Review of The Ruins (1984) by Paul B — 14 Nov 2009

I gave this one star because I actually sat and watched the whole thing...and sorely regretted it.

This review of The Ruins (1984) was written by Paul B on 14 Nov 2009.

The Ruins has generally received mixed reviews.

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