Review of Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989) by Teresa G — 26 Mar 2008

Slow. not without merits, but definitely one of his more dull and pretentious films.

This review of Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989) was written by Teresa G on 26 Mar 2008.

Crimes and Misdemeanors has generally received very positive reviews.

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