Review of Satyricon (1969) by Gala. M — 07 May 2008

This is the perfect movie. demented ancient roman poetic humor. this cements fellini as a true maestro.

This review of Satyricon (1969) was written by Gala. M on 07 May 2008.

Satyricon has generally received positive reviews.

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