Review of Machete (1958) by Dan H — 15 Aug 2014

It knows what it is: a cliche, overacted, gorefest. And it plays it perfectly.

This review of Machete (1958) was written by Dan H on 15 Aug 2014.

Machete has generally received positive reviews.

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