Review of Gimme Shelter (1986) by Russell G — 18 Aug 2007

Gripping, clever and never dates leaving the camera and images to speak volumes.....

This review of Gimme Shelter (1986) was written by Russell G on 18 Aug 2007.

Gimme Shelter has generally received positive reviews.

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