Review of Sadgati (1981) by Brian Mckay for eFilmCritic.com — 19 Mar 2003

The classic "stalked by rednecks" scenario. Taut and unnerving. Ned Beatty will never live down squeal like a piggy!

This review of Sadgati (1981) was written by Brian Mckay and published by eFilmCritic.com on 19 Mar 2003.

Sadgati has generally received positive reviews.

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