Review of Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters (1985) by Evan J — 15 Oct 2016

Paul Schrader actually directed a good movie!

This review of Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters (1985) was written by Evan J on 15 Oct 2016.

Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters has generally received very positive reviews.

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