Review of Performance (1970) by Brett W — 06 Sep 2007

This movie is not necessarily about drugs or about rock and roll. It's about internal alteration.

This review of Performance (1970) was written by Brett W on 06 Sep 2007.

Performance has generally received positive reviews.

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