Review of The Sitter (2011) by Ethan S — 05 Jun 2012

Need a sitter? | Worst. Babysitter. Ever.

This review of The Sitter (2011) was written by Ethan S on 05 Jun 2012.

The Sitter has generally received mixed reviews.

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