Review of Satyricon (1969) by Mona K — 09 Aug 2007

The parts of Rome that films like BEN-HUR and GLADIATOR didn't show you.

This review of Satyricon (1969) was written by Mona K on 09 Aug 2007.

Satyricon has generally received positive reviews.

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Stunning camerawork in deliberately garish colour from Giuseppe Rotunna, incomparable art direction, and some riveting music from Nini Rota…

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Fellini. This is a name synonymous with great film making. I've seen most of his films using boxxy software and don't get all the hype…

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