Review of Y Tu Mamá También (2001) by Siddartha S — 16 Mar 2009

Once again ...brutally frank from Mexico. This is cinema of free expression.

This review of Y Tu Mamá También (2001) was written by Siddartha S on 16 Mar 2009.

Y Tu Mamá También has generally received very positive reviews.

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