Cloud Atlas

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Cloud Atlas

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Jan 10, 2015

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Yashar decided to have a conversation about one of the most underrated films of 2012, Cloud Atlas.Be sure to follow Yashar at @YasharPirasteh, and Kulture Shocked at @KultureShocked. You can also subscribe to the Kulturecast on iTunes here. Also, don't forget to check out our official Facebook page for news, upcoming reviews, contests, and new content daily.Lastly, here's the link to Brad Kane's article on this film.

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Jan 10, 2015

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The Kulturecast is a weekly podcast where movies are reviewed both new and old, those involved with making the films are talked to, and cinema tangents are gone on.

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