Review of Gomorrah (2008) by Phil H — 08 Mar 2013

Well made but ultimately too episodic and complex to be coherent.

This review of Gomorrah (2008) was written by Phil H on 08 Mar 2013.

Gomorrah has generally received positive reviews.

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