Review of El Dorado (1966) by Jeff B — 21 Jun 2012

I love any movie with Jon Wayne in it!!!!

This review of El Dorado (1966) was written by Jeff B on 21 Jun 2012.

El Dorado has generally received very positive reviews.

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