Review of Raging Bull (1980) by Andrewh. — 22 Jun 2006

Required viewing for anyone who likes movies.

This review of Raging Bull (1980) was written by Andrewh. on 22 Jun 2006.

Raging Bull has generally received very positive reviews.

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