Review of Repulsion (1965) by James J — 02 Nov 2010

Great cinematography. Lights were just amazing! But the story.. hmm.. not one of my favourites.

This review of Repulsion (1965) was written by James J on 02 Nov 2010.

Repulsion has generally received very positive reviews.

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