Review of Chariots of Fire (1981) by Jonathan S — 23 Mar 2008

The music still as good as ever. Liddle & Abrahams - great men. Such different times.

This review of Chariots of Fire (1981) was written by Jonathan S on 23 Mar 2008.

Chariots of Fire has generally received positive reviews.

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