Review of Agora (2009) by Abraham C — 24 Sep 2010

Disappointingâ?¦ Where is guy who directed The Sea Inside?

This review of Agora (2009) was written by Abraham C on 24 Sep 2010.

Agora has generally received positive reviews.

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