Review of Melancholia (2011) by Blaise Z — 21 Sep 2012

Quite possibly obe of the worst films I have ever seen so so so boring.

This review of Melancholia (2011) was written by Blaise Z on 21 Sep 2012.

Melancholia has generally received positive reviews.

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