Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo 2004 It must be daunting to take on such a classic – often adapted and widely revered, the Alexander Dumas novel is perhaps the ultimate story of betrayal and revenge. How’s that for a quick introduction for a change? So, if you’re familiar with the specifics of the novelContinue reading "Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo"
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