Review of Amour (2012) by Bill C — 26 Aug 2013

Occasionally hard to watch, but that just makes it more believable. An incredible movie.

This review of Amour (2012) was written by Bill C on 26 Aug 2013.

Amour has generally received very positive reviews.

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