Review of You Only Live Twice (1967) by Simon N — 25 Dec 2012

James Bond goes crazy, but secures its place in film history.

This review of You Only Live Twice (1967) was written by Simon N on 25 Dec 2012.

You Only Live Twice has generally received positive reviews.

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