Review of Battle in Heaven (2005) by Davis M — 08 Jan 2007

I've never dreaded hardcore sex before.

This review of Battle in Heaven (2005) was written by Davis M on 08 Jan 2007.

Battle in Heaven has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Shaun L (128) on 06 Dec 2008

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By Samuel H (493) on 18 Jun 2008

Battle In Heaven' is pure Mexican cinema and while at the same time being totally unspecific in the story it tells…

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By Alex F (1,325) on 16 Sep 2008

Not for the faint-hearted. Real sex among real people. Non actors…

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By Cj C (605) on 22 Aug 2009

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