Review of City of Angels (1998) by Trin Y — 27 Nov 2011

Much preferred the Wim Wenders version. Sorry.

This review of City of Angels (1998) was written by Trin Y on 27 Nov 2011.

City of Angels has generally received positive reviews.

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