Review of TransSiberian (2008) by Tarek T — 23 Nov 2012

Highlights: Emily Mortimer's amazing performance. Ben Kingsley speaking Russian! (Is there any role that gentleman can't play?). A very interesting movie.

This review of TransSiberian (2008) was written by Tarek T on 23 Nov 2012.

TransSiberian has generally received positive reviews.

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