Review of They Live (1988) by Brad L — 27 Aug 2009

A gem from John Carpenter! worth watching for the Roddy Piper Keith David fight alone!

This review of They Live (1988) was written by Brad L on 27 Aug 2009.

They Live has generally received positive reviews.

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