Review of The Pit and the Pendulum (1991) by Tony P — 20 Jul 2007

Any film with Lance Henrikson is a work of art. Including Piranha 2.

This review of The Pit and the Pendulum (1991) was written by Tony P on 20 Jul 2007.

The Pit and the Pendulum has generally received mixed reviews.

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