Review of Berserk! (1967) by Gregory W — 29 Dec 2007

Spectacular lighting...a shadow hits Joan just below the chin in every close up. Circus terror is always a good time!

This review of Berserk! (1967) was written by Gregory W on 29 Dec 2007.

Berserk! has generally received mixed reviews.

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