Review of Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2002) by Krysa L — 24 Feb 2007

I've never seen anything remotely like this film. It takes you into a time and culture almost unknown outside its own world...

This review of Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2002) was written by Krysa L on 24 Feb 2007.

Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner has generally received very positive reviews.

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