Review of Australia (2008) by Axel S — 28 Jan 2011

Nicht ganz das epochale Meisterwerk aber die Handschrift von Baz Luhrman ist unverkennbar.

This review of Australia (2008) was written by Axel S on 28 Jan 2011.

Australia has generally received positive reviews.

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