Review of Manufactured Landscapes (2006) by Wut S — 26 Jun 2010

Gorgeous, impressive, though ultimately distant.

This review of Manufactured Landscapes (2006) was written by Wut S on 26 Jun 2010.

Manufactured Landscapes has generally received positive reviews.

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