Review of Death Wish (1974) by Jude A — 11 Jan 2008

Just a guy with really bad luck. He gets robbed everywhere he goes. Good thing he carries a gun wherever he goes.

This review of Death Wish (1974) was written by Jude A on 11 Jan 2008.

Death Wish has generally received positive reviews.

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