Review of Deliverance (1972) by Eric M — 17 Oct 2008

Classic movie, but it did kind of give the south a bad name. I hate stereotypes.

This review of Deliverance (1972) was written by Eric M on 17 Oct 2008.

Deliverance has generally received very positive reviews.

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