Review of The Deer Hunter (1978) by Holly G — 24 Jan 2013

Still can't stop thinking about it. Heart-wrenching, Gut-wrenching, Body-wrenching...just one of hell of a great movie.

This review of The Deer Hunter (1978) was written by Holly G on 24 Jan 2013.

The Deer Hunter has generally received very positive reviews.

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