Review of Fitzcarraldo (1982) by Joaquin R — 13 Oct 2007

One hundred years of solitude in European version.

This review of Fitzcarraldo (1982) was written by Joaquin R on 13 Oct 2007.

Fitzcarraldo has generally received very positive reviews.

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