Review of Australia (2008) by Shalin C — 17 Aug 2012

Kidman+Jackman+Luhrmann= blockbuster. Amazing historic-romance movie. Kidman steals the show with her chirpy but delicate performance.

This review of Australia (2008) was written by Shalin C on 17 Aug 2012.

Australia has generally received positive reviews.

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