Review of Man with a Movie Camera (1929) by Dan E — 25 Jan 2009

Impresionante ensayo visual. / Impressive visual essay.

This review of Man with a Movie Camera (1929) was written by Dan E on 25 Jan 2009.

Man with a Movie Camera has generally received very positive reviews.

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