Review of Thinner (1996) by Matt V — 15 Apr 2011

Weak, except that the mob guy sounds like Fat Tony from the Simpsons.

This review of Thinner (1996) was written by Matt V on 15 Apr 2011.

Thinner has generally received mixed reviews.

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