Review of Viridiana (1962) by Dodgy D — 28 Dec 2007

Anothe Bunuel classic...love the Last Supper scene!

This review of Viridiana (1962) was written by Dodgy D on 28 Dec 2007.

Viridiana has generally received very positive reviews.

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