Review of Moulin Rouge! (2001) by Madeleine K — 26 May 2012

A complete masterpiece of Australian cinema, and one of the most daring movies ever put to screen.

This review of Moulin Rouge! (2001) was written by Madeleine K on 26 May 2012.

Moulin Rouge! has generally received very positive reviews.

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