Review of Thriller: A Cruel Picture (1973) by Andy T — 18 Jun 2008

One of my favorite films. I also firmly believe that The Matrix owes some of it's "Trench Coat Slo-Mo" success to this film.

This review of Thriller: A Cruel Picture (1973) was written by Andy T on 18 Jun 2008.

Thriller: A Cruel Picture has generally received positive reviews.

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