Review of Deliverance (1972) by Katherine B — 07 Jun 2011

A wonderfully filmed, riveting adaptation of the James Dickey novel.

This review of Deliverance (1972) was written by Katherine B on 07 Jun 2011.

Deliverance has generally received very positive reviews.

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