Review of Chariots of Fire (1981) by Sharon O — 09 Apr 2009

Magnífica história, verídica por sinal, magnífica fotografia, magnífica banda sonora. Em suma, magnífico filme.

This review of Chariots of Fire (1981) was written by Sharon O on 09 Apr 2009.

Chariots of Fire has generally received positive reviews.

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