Review of The Crime of Padre Amaro (2002) by Brychan M — 03 May 2009

Very well composed, showing corruption and lies in the church. Gael Garcia Bernal - amazing acting.

This review of The Crime of Padre Amaro (2002) was written by Brychan M on 03 May 2009.

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