Review of Ballet Mécanique (1924) by Stephen S — 31 Jul 2007

What did I just watch? If you like experimental films you might like this but I am not one of them.

This review of Ballet Mécanique (1924) was written by Stephen S on 31 Jul 2007.

Ballet Mécanique has generally received positive reviews.

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