Review of Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001) by Aaron R — 14 May 2006

Very mysterious, funny and a sweet love story!

This review of Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001) was written by Aaron R on 14 May 2006.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin has generally received mixed reviews.

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