Review of Death Wish (1974) by Joe F — 07 Oct 2010

Solid but disturbing film that is realistically unresolved in many ways...

This review of Death Wish (1974) was written by Joe F on 07 Oct 2010.

Death Wish has generally received positive reviews.

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