Review of Eraserhead (1977) by Christa F — 29 Mar 2010

Reminds me of a weird serreal dream...one of the oddest films I have ever seen!

This review of Eraserhead (1977) was written by Christa F on 29 Mar 2010.

Eraserhead has generally received very positive reviews.

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