Review of Doctor Zhivago (1965) by Lee L — 03 Jan 2008

Great film....and an unhappy ending....brave movie.

This review of Doctor Zhivago (1965) was written by Lee L on 03 Jan 2008.

Doctor Zhivago has generally received very positive reviews.

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