Review of Pi (1998) by Tamás D — 23 Jan 2011

Easily my least favorite Aronofsky, but it still is strangely compelling with a weird twist filled story.

This review of Pi (1998) was written by Tamás D on 23 Jan 2011.

Pi has generally received very positive reviews.

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