Review of The Eiger Sanction (1975) by Brad S — 24 Apr 2014

Not a perfect movie, but possibly one of Eastwood's most underrated. This is easily one of my favorite spy/hitman movies.

This review of The Eiger Sanction (1975) was written by Brad S on 24 Apr 2014.

The Eiger Sanction has generally received mixed reviews.

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