Review of Maria Full of Grace (2004) by Erik H — 15 Oct 2014

Para alejarse un poco del cliché de películas sobre drogas y su drama, se enfoca más en las decisiones de la protagonista. Muy buena.

This review of Maria Full of Grace (2004) was written by Erik H on 15 Oct 2014.

Maria Full of Grace has generally received positive reviews.

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