Review of Suspiria (1977) by Bank K — 10 Apr 2011

Argento at his best. It makes up for his failure that comes in the future.

This review of Suspiria (1977) was written by Bank K on 10 Apr 2011.

Suspiria has generally received very positive reviews.

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