Review of Phantom of the Paradise (1974) by Thomas V — 26 Jan 2012

A perfect 'B' movie. Paul Williams as the devil...Perfect!

This review of Phantom of the Paradise (1974) was written by Thomas V on 26 Jan 2012.

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