Review of Pi (1998) by Levi C — 24 Jul 2010

Trippy, like most Arenofsky flicks. Definitely not his best, arguably his worst, but not a terrible movie.

This review of Pi (1998) was written by Levi C on 24 Jul 2010.

Pi has generally received very positive reviews.

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