Review of Gomorrah (2008) by Rafæl M — 01 Dec 2009

Makes me want to visit Naples.. not.

Gomorrah is a brilliant mob movie.

This review of Gomorrah (2008) was written by Rafæl M on 01 Dec 2009.

Gomorrah has generally received positive reviews.

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