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Review of Naked Lunch (1991) by Tom H — 18 Feb 2008

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Only Cronenberg could turn Burroughs' insanity into a film in such a wonderful way.

This review of Naked Lunch (1991) was written by Tom H on 18 Feb 2008.

Naked Lunch has generally received positive reviews.

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