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Review of Potiche (1983) by Rayan R — 29 Jul 2011

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It's always instant fun whenever Deneuve sets food in Ozon's set.

This review of Potiche (1983) was written by Rayan R on 29 Jul 2011.

Potiche has generally received positive reviews.

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