Review of The Ruins (2008) by Christian M — 16 Jul 2009

Its ok I guess, but man eating flowers?????? WTF!

This review of The Ruins (2008) was written by Christian M on 16 Jul 2009.

The Ruins has generally received mixed reviews.

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