Review of Monster's Ball (2001) by Roger T — 07 May 2009

Un film de grande qualite, senti, fort, poignant.

This review of Monster's Ball (2001) was written by Roger T on 07 May 2009.

Monster's Ball has generally received positive reviews.

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