Review of The Last Waltz (1978) by Jonathan F — 14 May 2008

Documentary? Music and rambling druggies telling incoherent stories.

This review of The Last Waltz (1978) was written by Jonathan F on 14 May 2008.

The Last Waltz has generally received very positive reviews.

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