Review of Two Thousand Maniacs! (1964) by Charles M — 27 Nov 2007

This film shows many things that even today's movies won't show. This is about the first gore flick to get out there. Quite shocking!

This review of Two Thousand Maniacs! (1964) was written by Charles M on 27 Nov 2007.

Two Thousand Maniacs! has generally received mixed reviews.

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