Review of The Ruling Class (1972) by Erik A — 20 Feb 2008

Wonderfully insane, I love this movie for so many different reasons...

This review of The Ruling Class (1972) was written by Erik A on 20 Feb 2008.

The Ruling Class has generally received positive reviews.

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