Review of They Live (1988) by Lisa R — 02 Aug 2009

I loved this film very cleverly done.creepy and funny and of coures John Carpenter made a Cult Masterpice.

This review of They Live (1988) was written by Lisa R on 02 Aug 2009.

They Live has generally received positive reviews.

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