Review of The Red Violin (1998) by Robin G — 11 Nov 2007

Sorta weird to see Samuel L. Jackson in this movie.

This review of The Red Violin (1998) was written by Robin G on 11 Nov 2007.

The Red Violin has generally received very positive reviews.

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