Review of Valmont (1989) by Christophe G — 05 Sep 2007

Cette version des Liaisons dangereuses est celle que je retiens..

This review of Valmont (1989) was written by Christophe G on 05 Sep 2007.

Valmont has generally received positive reviews.

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By Isabelle S (133) on 07 Jan 2009

Beaucoup moins bon que dans mes souvenirs. N' arrive en rien au film Les Liaisons Dangereuses…

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