Review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) by Blake C — 24 Aug 2008

Story is intense, some parts don't work as well but all around it was solid.

This review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) was written by Blake C on 24 Aug 2008.

The Ghost and the Darkness has generally received positive reviews.

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