Review of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) by Kalle R — 17 Sep 2007

Heist movie with great cast (Robert.

Shaw, Martin Balsam and Walter.

Matthau). Great score as well.

This review of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) was written by Kalle R on 17 Sep 2007.

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three has generally received very positive reviews.

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