Review of Congo (1972) by Eric A — 26 Sep 2012

Cheesy, bad acting, and dialogue is way too scripted. Stay away.

This review of Congo (1972) was written by Eric A on 26 Sep 2012.

Congo has generally received mixed reviews.

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