Review of Woyzeck (1979) by Sean B — 26 Jun 2007

THIS MOVIE WAS PRETTY INTENSE. LOTS OF INTENSE FACES.

This review of Woyzeck (1979) was written by Sean B on 26 Jun 2007.

Woyzeck has generally received positive reviews.

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