Review of Thinner (1996) by Sunshine C — 19 May 2007

Another Stephen King movie with revenge! A MUST SEE! Check it out!

This review of Thinner (1996) was written by Sunshine C on 19 May 2007.

Thinner has generally received mixed reviews.

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