Review of Give Me Your Hand (2008) by Anthony A — 28 Nov 2009

Another example to prove that French film is not my cup of tea.

This review of Give Me Your Hand (2008) was written by Anthony A on 28 Nov 2009.

Give Me Your Hand has generally received mixed reviews.

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