Review of Waking Life (2001) by Lindsey S — 07 Feb 2009

Awesome, philosophical ride. One of my top 10.

This review of Waking Life (2001) was written by Lindsey S on 07 Feb 2009.

Waking Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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