Review of Universal Soldier (1972) by Shane I — 25 Apr 2009

Still contains the greatest bad guy death in cinema history and Van Dammes finest movie, well along with Sudden Death.

This review of Universal Soldier (1972) was written by Shane I on 25 Apr 2009.

Universal Soldier has generally received mixed reviews.

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