Review of Man on the Moon (1999) by Leovsmao — 21 Apr 2020

Beautiful film, but as I see not for everyone. Kaufman would smile that fact. Rest In Peace - genius.

This review of Man on the Moon (1999) was written by Leovsmao on 21 Apr 2020.

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