Review of Shadow of the Vampire (2000) by Private U — 28 May 2008

Wow such an intelligent horror picture, on eof my favourite John Malkovich movie ! Nosferatu rules !

This review of Shadow of the Vampire (2000) was written by Private U on 28 May 2008.

Shadow of the Vampire has generally received positive reviews.

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