Review of For Your Eyes Only (1981) by Andy C — 11 Dec 2007

My personal favorite bond film. it has the best balance of realism and fantasy.

This review of For Your Eyes Only (1981) was written by Andy C on 11 Dec 2007.

For Your Eyes Only has generally received positive reviews.

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