Review of Ben-Hur (1959) by Ana C — 01 Apr 2009

Good movie and suspenseful chariot race too!!

This review of Ben-Hur (1959) was written by Ana C on 01 Apr 2009.

Ben-Hur has generally received very positive reviews.

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