Review of Caligula (1979) by Carlos I — 12 May 2017

A hedonistic, oddly-paced, bizarre play. Malcolm McDowell is a masterful villain, as always.

This review of Caligula (1979) was written by Carlos I on 12 May 2017.

Caligula has generally received mixed reviews.

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