Review of Cave of Forgotten Dreams (2010) by Alex H — 22 Oct 2011

Mind blowing documentary about the oldest paintings ever discovered. Herzog at his best.

This review of Cave of Forgotten Dreams (2010) was written by Alex H on 22 Oct 2011.

Cave of Forgotten Dreams has generally received positive reviews.

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By Andrew S (3,174) on 30 Dec 2013

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Speaks to the grotto fanatic in me as well as the archeologist I must have been in another life…

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By Jim F (603) on 21 Dec 2013

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