Review of Michael (1996) by Deborah W — 12 Nov 2012

Kinda weird because it is about a bad angel.

This review of Michael (1996) was written by Deborah W on 12 Nov 2012.

Michael has generally received mixed reviews.

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A unique portrait of an angel... quite hilarious…

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By Julien E (242) on 08 Jul 2012

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I fell for this one - I really was touched by an angel…

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