Review of Looking for Mr. Goodbar (1977) by Barry J — 08 Aug 2008

This film has the most unsettling ending of all time. It is only available on VHS, I recommend it highly. TERRIFYING.

This review of Looking for Mr. Goodbar (1977) was written by Barry J on 08 Aug 2008.

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