Review of Vanishing Point (1971) by Chelsea W — 30 Aug 2009

Alright.. there isn't much to this movie..

This review of Vanishing Point (1971) was written by Chelsea W on 30 Aug 2009.

Vanishing Point has generally received positive reviews.

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