Review of Z (1969) by Florian F — 15 Oct 2007

LE film parfait, Ã©quilibre entre divertissement et rÃ©flexion.

This review of Z (1969) was written by Florian F on 15 Oct 2007.

Z has generally received very positive reviews.

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