Review of The Mind Snatchers (1972) by Jonathan H — 12 May 2014

Excellent film, superbly conceived. walken is outstanding in this little-known role. (note: this film is duplicate-listed on flixster as 'mind-snatchers').

This review of The Mind Snatchers (1972) was written by Jonathan H on 12 May 2014.

The Mind Snatchers has generally received mixed reviews.

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