Review of The Last House on the Left (1972) by Alex S — 20 May 2015

Disturbing but good video nasty, the uncut version is the best version to watch. Not for the easily sickened.

This review of The Last House on the Left (1972) was written by Alex S on 20 May 2015.

The Last House on the Left has generally received mixed reviews.

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