Review of Straw Dogs (1971) by Mark B — 17 Aug 2008

Excellent Film. Brutal and uncompromising.

This review of Straw Dogs (1971) was written by Mark B on 17 Aug 2008.

Straw Dogs has generally received positive reviews.

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