Review of Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) by Gabriel C — 02 May 2008

Esta es, por lejos, la mejor opera-rock de todos los tiempos. Completamente insuperable.

This review of Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) was written by Gabriel C on 02 May 2008.

Jesus Christ Superstar has generally received positive reviews.

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