Review of A Serious Man (2009) by Nata?A L — 21 Oct 2011

"Receive with simplicity everything that happens to you," Rashi.

This review of A Serious Man (2009) was written by Nata?A L on 21 Oct 2011.

A Serious Man has generally received positive reviews.

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