Review of Berlin: Symphony of a Great City (1927) by Joel A — 12 May 2013

A visually compelling portrayal of this all-engulfing juggernaut.

This review of Berlin: Symphony of a Great City (1927) was written by Joel A on 12 May 2013.

Berlin: Symphony of a Great City has generally received very positive reviews.

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