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Review of Melancholia (2011) by Vincent B — 20 Oct 2012

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3 stars for the first 5 minutes- Visually Arresting, a half star each for Kirsten Dunst Nude and the subtle Astronomical Apocalypse.

This review of Melancholia (2011) was written by Vincent B on 20 Oct 2012.

Melancholia has generally received positive reviews.

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