Review of Satantango (1994) by Alyn D — 21 Jun 2008

Only watch in a theater please, there you will experience something not easily defined.

This review of Satantango (1994) was written by Alyn D on 21 Jun 2008.

Satantango has generally received very positive reviews.

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