Review of The Sweet Hereafter (1997) by Sarah B — 11 Aug 2007

Based very loosely on the pied piper of hamlyn, Atom Egoyan's film shows the fragility of a small community after a tragic accident.

This review of The Sweet Hereafter (1997) was written by Sarah B on 11 Aug 2007.

The Sweet Hereafter has generally received very positive reviews.

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