Review of Gods and Monsters (1998) by Mark P — 12 Sep 2008

The future is just old age and illness and pain... I must have peace and this is the only way.

Beautiful visual language. Amazing film.

This review of Gods and Monsters (1998) was written by Mark P on 12 Sep 2008.

Gods and Monsters has generally received very positive reviews.

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