Review of To Die For (1995) by Alexander C — 11 Nov 2012

2 stars for Nicole Kidman and one star for the rest of the movie.

This dark comedy is watchable because of Nicole.

This review of To Die For (1995) was written by Alexander C on 11 Nov 2012.

To Die For has generally received positive reviews.

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