Review of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011) by Mark H — 29 Sep 2012

Cast great, well acted, lacking in story. Disappointing :o(.

This review of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011) was written by Mark H on 29 Sep 2012.

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy has generally received positive reviews.

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