Review of For Your Eyes Only (1981) by Adam B — 05 Jul 2008

Pretty ho-hum, one of the less interesting/exciting Bond movies.

This review of For Your Eyes Only (1981) was written by Adam B on 05 Jul 2008.

For Your Eyes Only has generally received positive reviews.

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