Review of The Body Snatcher (1945) by Andio T — 21 Oct 2006

This movie creeped me out; if I ever see something that looks like those plants seed things, I'm so going to torch it!!!

This review of The Body Snatcher (1945) was written by Andio T on 21 Oct 2006.

The Body Snatcher has generally received positive reviews.

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