Review of The Lair of the White Worm (1988) by Hollie T — 28 Nov 2011

Finally!!! A Ken Russell movie I thoroughly enjoyed! Just the right amount of humor and psychedelic imagery!

This review of The Lair of the White Worm (1988) was written by Hollie T on 28 Nov 2011.

The Lair of the White Worm has generally received mixed reviews.

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