One day, I will return to writing longer reviews at decent times of the day. Today will not be that day. From the moment I laid eyes on Crimson Peak‘s cover, I was entranced. Everything from its initial presentation, premise, director (Guillermo del Toro), and cast gave me a feel of “Yeah, this could be fun.” […]
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