Review of Paris, Texas (1984) by Christian M — 21 Sep 2007

My first Wim Wenders. Everything was there: the slow dreaminess, the music, the people out of tune with life/reality...

This review of Paris, Texas (1984) was written by Christian M on 21 Sep 2007.

Paris, Texas has generally received very positive reviews.

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