Review of Chariots of Fire (1981) by Grayson D — 03 May 2011

Ther's more to it than the famous Vangelis soundtrack but it's the music which sticks in the mind.

This review of Chariots of Fire (1981) was written by Grayson D on 03 May 2011.

Chariots of Fire has generally received positive reviews.

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