Review of Pi (1998) by Ivan H — 10 Jul 2010

Provocative sort of movie. not too sure how much I liked it. Very peculiar approach. I said it's worth a watch.

This review of Pi (1998) was written by Ivan H on 10 Jul 2010.

Pi has generally received very positive reviews.

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