Review of Amour (2012) by Syl L — 18 Oct 2013

Depressing, but pretty accurate when it comes to how emotional coming to terms with death can be.

This review of Amour (2012) was written by Syl L on 18 Oct 2013.

Amour has generally received very positive reviews.

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