Review of The Deer Hunter (1978) by Terry J — 03 Jan 2016

Long, but one of those movies that stays with you, indefinitely.

This review of The Deer Hunter (1978) was written by Terry J on 03 Jan 2016.

The Deer Hunter has generally received very positive reviews.

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