Review of El Mariachi (1993) by Dana D — 10 Jan 2008

The frantic pacing is intense. Rodriguez is one of the most entertaining directors around.

This review of El Mariachi (1993) was written by Dana D on 10 Jan 2008.

El Mariachi has generally received positive reviews.

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