Review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) by Phillip J — 24 Aug 2007

Bonkers but strangely enjoyable although I kept wishing Kilmer would shoot Douglas rather than Lions.

This review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) was written by Phillip J on 24 Aug 2007.

The Ghost and the Darkness has generally received positive reviews.

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