Review of Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired (2008) by Kilo D — 08 Nov 2013

Documentary accurately concentrates on the events surrounding the Polanski rape trial.

This review of Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired (2008) was written by Kilo D on 08 Nov 2013.

Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired has generally received positive reviews.

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