Review of Pickpocket (1959) by Samantha S — 04 Oct 2007

As austere and serious as jansenist education but amazing.

This review of Pickpocket (1959) was written by Samantha S on 04 Oct 2007.

Pickpocket has generally received very positive reviews.

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