Review of Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972) by Tim M — 22 Nov 2007

Perhaps the greatest Japanese Samurai movie series ever. First 2 are the best.

This review of Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972) was written by Tim M on 22 Nov 2007.

Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance has generally received very positive reviews.

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