Review of Sunshine Hotel (2001) by Joshua F — 13 Jul 2012

Heavy, depressing, and fascinating stuff.

This review of Sunshine Hotel (2001) was written by Joshua F on 13 Jul 2012.

Sunshine Hotel has generally received very positive reviews.

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