Review of Blow Out (1981) by Kerry D — 01 Dec 2007

A great one with Nancy Allen. Saw this long ago and remember it as being quite a thriller. Recommended.

This review of Blow Out (1981) was written by Kerry D on 01 Dec 2007.

Blow Out has generally received very positive reviews.

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