Review of Escape from Alcatraz (1979) by Tobias F — 11 Oct 2007

EL CLASICO del cine de fugas. Eastwood gigante.

This review of Escape from Alcatraz (1979) was written by Tobias F on 11 Oct 2007.

Escape from Alcatraz has generally received very positive reviews.

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