Review of The Holy Mountain (1973) by Kevin D — 03 May 2008

Shocking and weird, as expected from Jodorowsky. This just didn't resonate with me the way Fando Y Lis and Santa Sangre did, especially the flip postmodern ending.

This review of The Holy Mountain (1973) was written by Kevin D on 03 May 2008.

The Holy Mountain has generally received very positive reviews.

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