Review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) by Byron B — 17 Aug 2013

Raymond Shaw is the kindest, bravest, warmest, most wonderful human being I've ever known in my life.

This review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) was written by Byron B on 17 Aug 2013.

The Manchurian Candidate has generally received very positive reviews.

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