Review of Limelight (1952) by Seyyed Aria G — 20 Jan 2008

A great story about the life of a comedian.a powerfull adaption from the life of chaplin.

This review of Limelight (1952) was written by Seyyed Aria G on 20 Jan 2008.

Limelight has generally received very positive reviews.

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Calvero... the great Calvero. This movie is a beautiful story of love. But even more than that... is a beautiful story of life…

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