Review of Goya's Ghosts (2006) by Samuel J — 08 Aug 2009

Who doesn't enjoy a film that exposes the church murdering, torturing, and raping in the name of religion? I know I do!

This review of Goya's Ghosts (2006) was written by Samuel J on 08 Aug 2009.

Goya's Ghosts has generally received positive reviews.

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