Review of Vengeance Is Mine (1979) by Michael O — 22 Oct 2008

That warm, sunlight bathed image of the eels...I don't know why but I'm really into it.

This review of Vengeance Is Mine (1979) was written by Michael O on 22 Oct 2008.

Vengeance Is Mine has generally received very positive reviews.

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