Review of Performance. (1970) by Robert M — 26 Mar 2013

Cool, psychadelic retelling of Le Samurai.

This review of Performance. (1970) was written by Robert M on 26 Mar 2013.

Performance. has generally received positive reviews.

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By Johannes J (261) on 29 Jul 2013

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Performance is a great film for those that want to feel verve and are willing to pay the cost of nonconformity…

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Maybe my expectative about this film were too great; I couldn't find the story thread. Finally, the cast should be Mick Jagger AS HIMSELF…

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