Review of Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession (2004) by Jamie F — 24 Oct 2010

Being Canadian, I never even knew of this channel's existence. Very interesting.

This review of Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession (2004) was written by Jamie F on 24 Oct 2010.

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession has generally received very positive reviews.

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