Review of The Premature Burial (1962) by Rob L — 19 Oct 2010

Do not waste 80 precious minutes with this harmless and pointless film, read Edgar Allan Poe instead!

(20.10.2010).

This review of The Premature Burial (1962) was written by Rob L on 19 Oct 2010.

The Premature Burial has generally received mixed reviews.

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