Review of Watching the Detectives (2007) by Tim S — 03 Jan 2009

A little Kevin Smith, a little Chungking Express, a little My Sassy Girl. I like it.

This review of Watching the Detectives (2007) was written by Tim S on 03 Jan 2009.

Watching the Detectives has generally received positive reviews.

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By Satu S (37) on 17 May 2010

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By Countess N (419) on 20 Jul 2009

This looks great,i love Cillian Murphy and the story sounds interesting plus I love geeks,they are hot! Recommended by princessqtpl…

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By Petter S (108) on 31 Jan 2010

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