Review of Youth Without Youth (2007) by Mircea A — 14 Mar 2008

Well shot but overly philosophical and meandering. Not Coppola's best by a long shot.

This review of Youth Without Youth (2007) was written by Mircea A on 14 Mar 2008.

Youth Without Youth has generally received mixed reviews.

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