Review of Waste Land (2010) by Ester D — 28 Oct 2011

I highly recommend this documentary. Just watched it with Michael, Vincent and Jacques.

This review of Waste Land (2010) was written by Ester D on 28 Oct 2011.

Waste Land has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Karl G (223) on 28 Jan 2013

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