Review of Cinema Paradiso (1988) by Tiffany T — 22 Aug 2010

Excellent, and touching movie, and is full of LOVE!

This review of Cinema Paradiso (1988) was written by Tiffany T on 22 Aug 2010.

Cinema Paradiso has generally received very positive reviews.

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