Review of Chicken with Plums (2011) by Eve C — 07 Jun 2014

Good period piece reminded me of 'the red violin".

This review of Chicken with Plums (2011) was written by Eve C on 07 Jun 2014.

Chicken with Plums has generally received positive reviews.

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