Review of Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) by Garwin S — 14 Jan 2012

Woody Allen's homage to Barcelona and the Spanish. Fail.

This review of Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) was written by Garwin S on 14 Jan 2012.

Vicky Cristina Barcelona has generally received positive reviews.

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