Review of The Lawnmower Man (1992) by James C — 11 Dec 2012

Stephen King was right to ask for his name to be taken off this rather dull and instantly dated film.

This review of The Lawnmower Man (1992) was written by James C on 11 Dec 2012.

The Lawnmower Man has generally received mixed reviews.

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