Review of The Conversation (1974) by Timo M — 22 Nov 2008

Gene Hackman loistaa tassa hitaasti tihenevassa trillerissa. 70-luvulla osattiin tehda hyvia elokuvia.

This review of The Conversation (1974) was written by Timo M on 22 Nov 2008.

The Conversation has generally received very positive reviews.

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