Review of The King Is Alive (2000) by Chris G — 17 Dec 2008

Intense, and despite a wide open sky, claustrophobic.

This review of The King Is Alive (2000) was written by Chris G on 17 Dec 2008.

The King Is Alive has generally received mixed reviews.

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