Review of The Wicker Man (1973) by Collin P — 21 Aug 2016

Unique and boasts great performances but isn't quite the thriller/horror masterpiece you'd prefer.

This review of The Wicker Man (1973) was written by Collin P on 21 Aug 2016.

The Wicker Man has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Rob S (980) on 13 Mar 2017

Yes it was creepy. But after hearing so many great things about this film for so many years, I guess I was expecting more…

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One of the best horror films of the 1970's (in fact, one of the best horror films period)…

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By Mariela M (15) on 08 Sep 2016

The Wicker Man is a film that has quite thought-provoking ideas with a message that says Religion is crazy, my religion is crazy, your religion…

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