Review of Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972) by P B — 13 Nov 2007

A samurai classic. What more could you want? Oh, you should check out the comic books as well ;).

This review of Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972) was written by P B on 13 Nov 2007.

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

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