Review of Holy Motors (2012) by Stewart F — 09 Jan 2013

The best film i've seen in a long time, but I have no idea why. Totally crazy, totally off the wall but totally engrossing at the same time, brilliant.

This review of Holy Motors (2012) was written by Stewart F on 09 Jan 2013.

Holy Motors has generally received positive reviews.

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