Review of Triumph of the Will (1935) by Joe S — 18 Jun 2007

Easily the greatest documentary of all time.

This review of Triumph of the Will (1935) was written by Joe S on 18 Jun 2007.

Triumph of the Will has generally received positive reviews.

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