Review of The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) by Sam P — 26 Nov 2008

Fantastic movie, great atmosphere with plenty of shagging and weirdness,David has the best hair ever in this film.Bleak 1976 mainstream art house.

This review of The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) was written by Sam P on 26 Nov 2008.

The Man Who Fell to Earth has generally received positive reviews.

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