Review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) by Daniel P — 07 Sep 2012

Riveting stuff. I was never a fan of Sinatra the musician but I certainly am a fan of Sinatra the actor. This is the kind of thriller that I could grow to love.

This review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) was written by Daniel P on 07 Sep 2012.

The Manchurian Candidate has generally received very positive reviews.

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