Review of Molokai: The Story of Father Damien (1999) by John B — 27 Jan 2012

Stunning cinema and a story that deserves to be captured on film. Truly memorable.

This review of Molokai: The Story of Father Damien (1999) was written by John B on 27 Jan 2012.

Molokai: The Story of Father Damien has generally received positive reviews.

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