Review of The Great Beauty (2013) by Robert J — 15 Feb 2014

Brilliant. Amazing. Going back to see it again. Intelligent, funny, emotional, great cinematography, script, acting and directing.

This review of The Great Beauty (2013) was written by Robert J on 15 Feb 2014.

The Great Beauty has generally received very positive reviews.

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Mancasem pufuleti la praga cand l-am vazut. mi s-a parut o prostie care m-a socat. nu imi amintesc decat ca eram revoltat de scene…

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