Review of The Projectionist (1970) by Norman H — 09 Jun 2018

VERY different. Chuck McCann is a brilliant guy. Rodney Dangerfield's first movie.

This review of The Projectionist (1970) was written by Norman H on 09 Jun 2018.

The Projectionist has generally received mixed reviews.

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Inbteresting 70's curio//rewatch: gotta love rodney pure cinemagic reminds me of cinema paradiso with clearances…

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