Review of Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001) by Na D — 25 Aug 2009

Nice one. And happy end. For luck! :) I love Nicolas Cage.

This review of Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001) was written by Na D on 25 Aug 2009.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin has generally received mixed reviews.

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