Review of Man on Wire (2008) by Macdara C — 08 Aug 2010

Moving. Beautifully made. Heart-felt. See it now. Hell, buy it!

This review of Man on Wire (2008) was written by Macdara C on 08 Aug 2010.

Man on Wire has generally received very positive reviews.

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