Review of M. Butterfly (1993) by David Ansen for Newsweek — 17 Oct 2008
The problem is not simply that Lone's drag wouldn't fool a baby. In the magnified intimacy of the camera's eye, it's clear Hwang doesn't really know who these unlikely lovers are. Metaphors can't carry a movie-flesh and blood is what's required.
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This review of M. Butterfly (1993) was written by David Ansen and published by Newsweek on 17 Oct 2008.
M. Butterfly has generally received positive reviews.
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