Review of Lost in La Mancha (2002) by Natalie M — 11 May 2014

Amazing film documenting the trials and tribulations of Terry Gilliam's Don Quixote production.

This review of Lost in La Mancha (2002) was written by Natalie M on 11 May 2014.

Lost in La Mancha has generally received positive reviews.

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