Review of The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome (1954) by Chandira H — 10 Feb 2009

Definetly not for hollywood blockbuster-lovers.

This is where Lynch has begun...

This review of The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome (1954) was written by Chandira H on 10 Feb 2009.

The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome has generally received positive reviews.

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