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Review of Straight Time (1978) by Benjamin N — 19 Oct 2008

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Fuckin gem of a movie...70's hoffman in his prime.

This review of Straight Time (1978) was written by Benjamin N on 19 Oct 2008.

Straight Time has generally received positive reviews.

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