Review of Murmur of the Heart (1971) by Juston C — 08 Dec 2007

Incredible movie...I love how anti-establishment Laurent and his Brothers were...The ending was quite a suprise though.

This review of Murmur of the Heart (1971) was written by Juston C on 08 Dec 2007.

Murmur of the Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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