Review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) by Sebastian W — 19 May 2008

Brilliant. They don't make movies like that any more (except mediocre remakes).

This review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) was written by Sebastian W on 19 May 2008.

The Manchurian Candidate has generally received very positive reviews.

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