Review of The Illusionist (2009) by Christos A — 08 Feb 2011

Glikopikro...lew se mia kiria kathws feugame.

Nai mou leei...San pergamonto :) IPEROXI tainia.

This review of The Illusionist (2009) was written by Christos A on 08 Feb 2011.

The Illusionist has generally received very positive reviews.

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