Review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) by David C — 08 Mar 2013

Important to cinema for several reasons. A must see.

This review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) was written by David C on 08 Mar 2013.

The Manchurian Candidate has generally received very positive reviews.

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