Review of Microcosmos (1996) by Luke M — 01 Oct 2008

Dung beatles rock!

Or should I say Roll.

Totally mesmerizing stuff.

This review of Microcosmos (1996) was written by Luke M on 01 Oct 2008.

Microcosmos has generally received very positive reviews.

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