Review of Volver (2006) by Aurea A — 05 Jan 2009

Maravillosa, femenina, complicada...divina. penelope cruz y carmen maura son fantasticas, aunque ahi todas se roban el show por igual.

This review of Volver (2006) was written by Aurea A on 05 Jan 2009.

Volver has generally received very positive reviews.

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