Review of The Crazies (1973) by Sean H — 18 Nov 2009

Really there's not much to this movie... here's hoping the remake is a tad better.

This review of The Crazies (1973) was written by Sean H on 18 Nov 2009.

The Crazies has generally received mixed reviews.

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