Review of Fitzcarraldo (1982) by Tc Önder K — 21 Sep 2007

This movie shows that even the perseverence is not enoguh for success..Beatiful rain forest landscapes.

This review of Fitzcarraldo (1982) was written by Tc Önder K on 21 Sep 2007.

Fitzcarraldo has generally received very positive reviews.

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