Review of Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001) by Soffitta1 X — 21 Aug 2006

Accents?! Why do they have to move away from the booK!

This review of Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001) was written by Soffitta1 X on 21 Aug 2006.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin has generally received mixed reviews.

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