Review of Santa Sangre (1989) by Deirdre S — 30 Jun 2012

I put off watching this film, I wished I hadn't .

This review of Santa Sangre (1989) was written by Deirdre S on 30 Jun 2012.

Santa Sangre has generally received very positive reviews.

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Adiós mujer, adiós para siempre, adiós…

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