Review of Manito (2002) by Mark R — 06 Feb 2009

A very tragic story about people trying to make their life work and they simply find too tough circumstances to find their way through.

This review of Manito (2002) was written by Mark R on 06 Feb 2009.

Manito has generally received positive reviews.

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By Greg K (338) on 22 Oct 2009

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By Lee M (4,001) on 17 Oct 2007

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