Review of Blood Simple (1985) by Fraser B — 13 Oct 2008

Stark cinematic poetry; brutal, brilliant.

This review of Blood Simple (1985) was written by Fraser B on 13 Oct 2008.

Blood Simple has generally received very positive reviews.

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