Review of The Circus (1928) by Josh C — 28 Apr 2008

Straalende komedie I et eksotisk sirkus. Chaplin gjoer noen ville stunts her.

This review of The Circus (1928) was written by Josh C on 28 Apr 2008.

The Circus has generally received very positive reviews.

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