Review of Law of Desire (1987) by Christopher H — 19 Dec 2007

Dripping with melodrama, Almodovar's Law of Desire is so much fun to watch.

This review of Law of Desire (1987) was written by Christopher H on 19 Dec 2007.

Law of Desire has generally received positive reviews.

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