Review of Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) by Rachelandjohn D — 12 Feb 2012

I was expecting more from this Woody Allen film, but found it all too predictable and slow going.

This review of Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) was written by Rachelandjohn D on 12 Feb 2012.

Vicky Cristina Barcelona has generally received positive reviews.

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