Review of When a Stranger Calls (2006) by Eni R — 08 Jan 2010

I got so scared the first time I watched it!

This review of When a Stranger Calls (2006) was written by Eni R on 08 Jan 2010.

When a Stranger Calls has generally received mixed reviews.

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