Review of High Plains Drifter (1973) by Okuz A — 29 Jul 2009

Disturbing...midget...ghost from hell...town painted red...vengence?

This review of High Plains Drifter (1973) was written by Okuz A on 29 Jul 2009.

High Plains Drifter has generally received very positive reviews.

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