Review of Where the Truth Lies (2005) by Bharat T — 26 Oct 2009

Pretty good mystery/thriller/Noir. Neat performances by Colin Firth and Kevin Bacon.

This review of Where the Truth Lies (2005) was written by Bharat T on 26 Oct 2009.

Where the Truth Lies has generally received mixed reviews.

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