Review of The Vicious Kind (2009) by Kim C — 08 Jan 2012

Interesting independent film. I enjoyed it. Some good laughs but not a comedy for sure.

This review of The Vicious Kind (2009) was written by Kim C on 08 Jan 2012.

The Vicious Kind has generally received positive reviews.

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