Review of Yojimbo (1961) by Otto T — 26 Mar 2008

Now I sure that Kuwabatake could kick "the man with no name" ass.

This review of Yojimbo (1961) was written by Otto T on 26 Mar 2008.

Yojimbo has generally received very positive reviews.

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