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Review of Powaqqatsi (1988) by Mike Z — 08 Jan 2008

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The weakest of the trilogy. But still good.

This review of Powaqqatsi (1988) was written by Mike Z on 08 Jan 2008.

Powaqqatsi has generally received very positive reviews.

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