Review of Return to Paradise (1998) by Derek M — 19 Sep 2014

A good film with a great performance from Joaquin Phoenix.

This review of Return to Paradise (1998) was written by Derek M on 19 Sep 2014.

Return to Paradise has generally received positive reviews.

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