Review of The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962) by Jadrien D — 20 Apr 2010

A hilarious classic... but really not that great of a movie.

This review of The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962) was written by Jadrien D on 20 Apr 2010.

The Brain That Wouldn't Die has generally received negative reviews.

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