Review of Blood Simple (1985) by T C — 04 Oct 2008

A wonderful beginning to a beautiful series of films by the brothers coen.

This review of Blood Simple (1985) was written by T C on 04 Oct 2008.

Blood Simple has generally received very positive reviews.

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