Review of The Gauntlet (1977) by David W — 26 Aug 2008

God purk, korrupt purk. Fin, gammel survivor-film. Ikke ulik 16 Blocks med Bruce Willis.

This review of The Gauntlet (1977) was written by David W on 26 Aug 2008.

The Gauntlet has generally received positive reviews.

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