Review of Return to Paradise (1998) by Leonel M — 09 Nov 2006

This is a great movie...will start endless debates afterwards...Thanx to Erin for the hint!

This review of Return to Paradise (1998) was written by Leonel M on 09 Nov 2006.

Return to Paradise has generally received positive reviews.

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