Review of The Celluloid Closet (1996) by Elfermin M — 13 Aug 2011

An absolute gem of a documentary for any true film enthusiast.

This review of The Celluloid Closet (1996) was written by Elfermin M on 13 Aug 2011.

The Celluloid Closet has generally received very positive reviews.

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Podia ser melhor, mas achei muito esclarecedor. Descobri subtextos que nem imaginava…

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