Review of Man with a Movie Camera (1929) by Andrew M — 10 May 2009

Very artistic and surreal documentary - seems like it should be a film school staple. Didn't see any reason why it should be banned!

This review of Man with a Movie Camera (1929) was written by Andrew M on 10 May 2009.

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