Review of The Agony and the Ecstasy (1965) by Morris N — 26 May 2010

I don't know how accurate it is, but I enjoyed it. Harrison and Heston are very good together.

This review of The Agony and the Ecstasy (1965) was written by Morris N on 26 May 2010.

The Agony and the Ecstasy has generally received positive reviews.

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