Review of Satyricon (1969) by Nick C — 21 May 2014

A technical achievement that is purposely cold and fragmented. Original but not much to connect to.

This review of Satyricon (1969) was written by Nick C on 21 May 2014.

Satyricon has generally received positive reviews.

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