Review of Cave of Forgotten Dreams (2010) by Robert B — 08 Jun 2011

The beginnings of man, preserved and on film. Insane.

This review of Cave of Forgotten Dreams (2010) was written by Robert B on 08 Jun 2011.

Cave of Forgotten Dreams has generally received positive reviews.

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