Review of Midnight Express (1978) by Richard N — 20 Nov 2007

Read the book and saw movie in 1978....massive impact on my life !!!!

This review of Midnight Express (1978) was written by Richard N on 20 Nov 2007.

Midnight Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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