Review of Stories We Tell (2012) by James M — 02 Jul 2013

Incredible film, funny, moving, unusually shot, beautifully edited and about real lives.

This review of Stories We Tell (2012) was written by James M on 02 Jul 2013.

Stories We Tell has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Marion S (35) on 23 Aug 2014

Excellent docu, d'une originalitÃ© et d'une clartÃ© incroyable…

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By Kane A (70) on 05 Mar 2015

Muy buen documental, muy original y entretenido…

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By Jenna I (601) on 24 May 2015

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By Richard L (950) on 23 Aug 2014

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