Review of No (2012) by Karim A — 19 Jul 2013

No is a great historical document as to how one very important revolution started with a commercial.

This review of No (2012) was written by Karim A on 19 Jul 2013.

No has generally received positive reviews.

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By Wadzanai N (18) on 20 Sep 2014

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By Art S (1,002) on 16 Jul 2014

Fenomenal! Super bien hecha, buenos actores, interesante, tierna, divertida…

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By Stefan N (106) on 10 Mar 2014

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