Review of Chariots of Fire (1981) by Trey H — 11 Dec 2007

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ! huh? Wha? Oh it's the credits. Did I fall asleep again? Darn it. Oh well.

This review of Chariots of Fire (1981) was written by Trey H on 11 Dec 2007.

Chariots of Fire has generally received positive reviews.

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