Review of High Plains Drifter (1973) by Sam W — 17 Sep 2007

This movie prove thats Clint is made for westerns. Some great clint one liners and totally rad story.

This review of High Plains Drifter (1973) was written by Sam W on 17 Sep 2007.

High Plains Drifter has generally received very positive reviews.

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