Review of Inland Empire (2006) by Jean V — 03 Aug 2009

Mostly impenetrable, not without its highlights, but overall a disappointment after Mulholland Dr.

This review of Inland Empire (2006) was written by Jean V on 03 Aug 2009.

Inland Empire has generally received positive reviews.

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