Review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) by Michelle B — 16 Oct 2007

Intense, with fantastic performances from Douglas and Kilmer, though the lion itself is a bit fake...

This review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) was written by Michelle B on 16 Oct 2007.

The Ghost and the Darkness has generally received positive reviews.

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