Review of The Deer Hunter (1978) by Marla S — 02 Jul 2012

Capolavoro di Cimino e strepitose interpretazioni di DeNiro e Walken...senza dimenticare I comprimari, gradissimi!!

This review of The Deer Hunter (1978) was written by Marla S on 02 Jul 2012.

The Deer Hunter has generally received very positive reviews.

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