Review of The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) by Daniel B — 07 Feb 2009

Sorry, but I liked it much better than, The Passion.

This review of The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) was written by Daniel B on 07 Feb 2009.

The Last Temptation of Christ has generally received very positive reviews.

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