Review of Broken Embraces (2009) by Josè M — 25 Feb 2012

Once again...PEDRO ALMODOVAR DID IT AGAIN!!! Great story with an spectacular Cast!!! TWO THUMBS WAY UP!!!

This review of Broken Embraces (2009) was written by Josè M on 25 Feb 2012.

Broken Embraces has generally received positive reviews.

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