Review of Malena (2000) by Nandalaala V — 18 Mar 2009

Wonderful movie... Monica Belluci looks very super... her acting also fentastic....

This review of Malena (2000) was written by Nandalaala V on 18 Mar 2009.

Malena has generally received positive reviews.

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