Review of Anonymous (2011) by Joshua L — 22 Jan 2013

IM shocked at how good this movie considering who the director was. Gorgeous movie and awesome story.

This review of Anonymous (2011) was written by Joshua L on 22 Jan 2013.

Anonymous has generally received mixed reviews.

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