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Review of Atonement (1971) by Chani . — 23 Jan 2011

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Their lives could have been so different.....

This review of Atonement (1971) was written by Chani . on 23 Jan 2011.

Atonement has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Andrew L (1,755) on 06 Mar 2017

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I finished my play.. Atonement Within few minutes you will fall in this world i.e…

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I have been wanting to see this movie FOREVER. I am so obsessed. It is hands down one of the most visually beautiful films I have ever seen…

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From the rapid, rhythmic soundtrack to the jaw-dropping cinematography, Atonement proves that sometimes the film can be better than the book…

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