Review of Hiroshima Mon Amour (1959) by Jenny H — 07 Jun 2007

Intense, almost hypnotic. Best French film that I have ever seen.

This review of Hiroshima Mon Amour (1959) was written by Jenny H on 07 Jun 2007.

Hiroshima Mon Amour has generally received very positive reviews.

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