Review of A Very Long Engagement (2004) by Gio P — 14 Jun 2009

Amazing cinematography. Classic love story. New take on a WWII flick. Beautiful and tragic.

This review of A Very Long Engagement (2004) was written by Gio P on 14 Jun 2009.

A Very Long Engagement has generally received very positive reviews.

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