Review of The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962) by Lafe F — 16 Aug 2007

Unbelievably silly, with a far-stretched joke.

This review of The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962) was written by Lafe F on 16 Aug 2007.

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

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