Review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) by Clark D — 26 Jan 2008

Sinatra at his coolest. Angela Landsbury at her most malignant. One of the greatest examples of cinematography ever, and everyone smokes!

This review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) was written by Clark D on 26 Jan 2008.

The Manchurian Candidate has generally received very positive reviews.

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