Review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) by Gustavo C — 12 Aug 2007

De las pocas peliculas de epoca que me gustan...

This review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) was written by Gustavo C on 12 Aug 2007.

The Ghost and the Darkness has generally received positive reviews.

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