Review of Midnight Express (1978) by Mars D — 01 Apr 2009

A raw and cunning movie chronicling the true experiences of an American man inside a vile Turkish prison.

This review of Midnight Express (1978) was written by Mars D on 01 Apr 2009.

Midnight Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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