Review of Once Upon a Time in America (1984) by Grayson D — 02 Oct 2011

Long and gruelling at times but I think it's Leone's best work and one of the greatest gangster movies ever made.

This review of Once Upon a Time in America (1984) was written by Grayson D on 02 Oct 2011.

Once Upon a Time in America has generally received very positive reviews.

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