Review of Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972) by Alex Z — 26 Jul 2007

Just putting one to stand for all six... Great stuff!

This review of Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972) was written by Alex Z on 26 Jul 2007.

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

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