Review of Papillon (1973) by Carrera T — 20 Nov 2008

Steve McQueen is friggin HOT!!! This wasa good movie. I had to watch it for extra credit in one of my classes but ended up liking it and rented it again...

This review of Papillon (1973) was written by Carrera T on 20 Nov 2008.

Papillon has generally received very positive reviews.

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