Review of The Decline of Western Civilization (1981) by David S — 10 Nov 2007

Classic stuff, wish I still had the VHS but it's long gone.

This review of The Decline of Western Civilization (1981) was written by David S on 10 Nov 2007.

The Decline of Western Civilization has generally received very positive reviews.

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