Review of The Wicker Man (1973) by Sam H — 16 Jan 2013

Paganism, sacrifice and Christopher Lee. No more is needed.

This review of The Wicker Man (1973) was written by Sam H on 16 Jan 2013.

The Wicker Man has generally received mixed reviews.

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