Review of Man on Wire (2008) by Katrina B — 09 Jan 2010

Amazing.. ang brave ni philippe. I wnt to try it sumday..hahah XD.

This review of Man on Wire (2008) was written by Katrina B on 09 Jan 2010.

Man on Wire has generally received very positive reviews.

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