Review of Walker (1987) by Waldo I — 26 Feb 2008

A twisted, surreal political allegory WITH GUNS.

This review of Walker (1987) was written by Waldo I on 26 Feb 2008.

Walker has generally received positive reviews.

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We're liberating the country for democracy. how very peculiar. you must be american…

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