Review of Jacob's Ladder (1990) by Michael W — 21 Mar 2009

A little too drawn out for my taste, kinda predictable. Atleast it has Jason Alexander.

This review of Jacob's Ladder (1990) was written by Michael W on 21 Mar 2009.

Jacob's Ladder has generally received positive reviews.

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