Review of They Live (1988) by Deena A — 28 Apr 2012

Not one of my favorite John Carpenter movies, but it was okay. I liked the idea for the movie more than the actual movie. It might've been more interesting in book form.

Grade: C+.

This review of They Live (1988) was written by Deena A on 28 Apr 2012.

They Live has generally received positive reviews.

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