Review of Throne of Blood (1957) by Adam M. F — 24 Sep 2011

I'd like to dedicatee this review to president Clinton. Because just as Macbeth filled the throne with blood, Clinton filled the white house with Gore.

This review of Throne of Blood (1957) was written by Adam M. F on 24 Sep 2011.

Throne of Blood has generally received very positive reviews.

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