Review of The Panic in Needle Park (1971) by Mike M — 01 Apr 2012

Gritty. Not a film for a guy with a pathological fear of needles.

This review of The Panic in Needle Park (1971) was written by Mike M on 01 Apr 2012.

The Panic in Needle Park has generally received positive reviews.

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