Review of Mountains of the Moon (2013) by Gala. M — 24 Nov 2006

This is everything I always thought an adventure movie should be.

This review of Mountains of the Moon (2013) was written by Gala. M on 24 Nov 2006.

Mountains of the Moon has generally received mixed reviews.

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The British Empire owed a lot to opportunistic soldiers of fortune as well as explorers: men who risked their lives (and the lives of others)…

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By Gregory M (485) on 03 Jun 2007

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By Maxime K (3) on 25 Jul 2009

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By Doug O (38) on 14 Feb 2013

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By Brana F (4) on 11 Jun 2007

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By Cm N (4) on 27 Oct 2006

Realtively unknown and unappreciated, his film is fantastic and satisfying on all levels. Filmed in Africa and the UK…

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By King L (158) on 20 Feb 2011

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By Christopher S (2,154) on 14 Jul 2008

Great movie, great acting. I was looking forward to seeing this again. A little bit shaby on the historical data…

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