Review of Malena (2000) by Roesdan P — 08 Nov 2007

Great movie, Monica is breathtaking in it. My favorite of all her movies. Also, soundtrack is worth lisenting to (a'la Ennio Morricone). See it.

This review of Malena (2000) was written by Roesdan P on 08 Nov 2007.

Malena has generally received positive reviews.

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