Review of The Big Blue (1988) by Audrey L — 12 Jun 2009

Wonderful movie, sad and thrilling too. Music was hypnotic.

This review of The Big Blue (1988) was written by Audrey L on 12 Jun 2009.

The Big Blue has generally received positive reviews.

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