Review of Autumn Sonata (1978) by Thoughtsofashy T — 07 Mar 2009

Tense relations between mothers and daughters.

This review of Autumn Sonata (1978) was written by Thoughtsofashy T on 07 Mar 2009.

Autumn Sonata has generally received very positive reviews.

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