Review of Begotten (1991) by Rafay K — 14 Aug 2009

Unique,very different and slightly overlong.

This review of Begotten (1991) was written by Rafay K on 14 Aug 2009.

Begotten has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Dominic T (42) on 03 Apr 2011

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By James J (731) on 13 Aug 2012

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By Schmoog L (33) on 05 Oct 2012

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By Alex S (2,786) on 07 Mar 2014

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By Alisha H (35) on 21 Jun 2011

Horrible. vivid and disturbing yet I see beauty in it…

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It is creepy. Coming from me, you would know to take it seriously…

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By Maxwell S (250) on 18 May 2012

I couldn't finish it in one sitting. Showing this to someone who is shrooming could be considered a form of torture…

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