Review of Dances with Wolves (1990) by Bill S — 25 Mar 2015

An epic only in the sense of it's reach not it's grasp.

This review of Dances with Wolves (1990) was written by Bill S on 25 Mar 2015.

Dances with Wolves has generally received very positive reviews.

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