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Review of THX 1138 (1971) by Peter M — 21 Mar 2009

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Donald Pleasence is creepy as all fuck in this film.

This review of THX 1138 (1971) was written by Peter M on 21 Mar 2009.

THX 1138 has generally received positive reviews.

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