Review of Tyrannosaur (2011) by Tara S — 24 Nov 2013

Rage is a mad dog that chases its tail it consumes itself.. Wonderful performance by Olivia Colman.

This review of Tyrannosaur (2011) was written by Tara S on 24 Nov 2013.

Tyrannosaur has generally received positive reviews.

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