Review of Crime Wave (1985) by Art S — 28 Nov 2013

Good stuff this is gr8 noir and a picture with teeth!

This review of Crime Wave (1985) was written by Art S on 28 Nov 2013.

Crime Wave has generally received mixed reviews.

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