Review of Malena (2000) by Ranjith A — 16 Oct 2007

BEST CLIMAX I ve ever seen.

Best among contradictory movies.

This review of Malena (2000) was written by Ranjith A on 16 Oct 2007.

Malena has generally received positive reviews.

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