Review of Viridiana (1962) by Claudia M — 13 Feb 2009

I just seen this movie today and I find an extrordinary masterpiece, Luis Buñuel is a great critic of the institutions of our time.

This review of Viridiana (1962) was written by Claudia M on 13 Feb 2009.

Viridiana has generally received very positive reviews.

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