Review of A Very Long Engagement (2004) by Nishad P — 18 Jan 2009

I found this movie even better than amelie. there. I said it.

This review of A Very Long Engagement (2004) was written by Nishad P on 18 Jan 2009.

A Very Long Engagement has generally received very positive reviews.

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