Review of Thinner (1996) by Megan G — 20 Jul 2006

I saw this on TV years ago. It sorta freaked me out.

This review of Thinner (1996) was written by Megan G on 20 Jul 2006.

Thinner has generally received mixed reviews.

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Mean spirited and shallow. So disappointed with this one because I really liked the book…

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Not one of Mr. King's better adapted movies…

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By Claire T (1,124) on 29 Nov 2012

It's a good movie but I don't think I'll ever watch this movie again, it was ok but I don't think I'll watch it again ,it starred Joe Mantegna,…

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