Review of Straw Dogs (2011) by Mack L — 16 Apr 2012

Doing a worse job at what was done decades ago.

This review of Straw Dogs (2011) was written by Mack L on 16 Apr 2012.

Straw Dogs has generally received mixed reviews.

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