Review of The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada (2005) by Thanassis T — 17 Feb 2008

Slow paced but I guess to western fans it pays off in the end...

This review of The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada (2005) was written by Thanassis T on 17 Feb 2008.

The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada has generally received very positive reviews.

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