Review of The Wicker Man (1973) by Dryorophus — 22 Jul 2010

One of the most unusual and unique thriller/horrors I have ever seen. So mesmerising and haunting with a beautiful soundtrack. One of those films you'll keep on thinking about long after it's ended...

This review of The Wicker Man (1973) was written by Dryorophus on 22 Jul 2010.

The Wicker Man has generally received mixed reviews.

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