Review of Melancholia (2011) by Kristen W — 05 Jan 2013

This seems to be one of those "love it or hate it" movies. I loved it. Kirsten Dunst is fantastic.

This review of Melancholia (2011) was written by Kristen W on 05 Jan 2013.

Melancholia has generally received positive reviews.

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