Review of Delicatessen (1991) by Greg S — 25 Aug 2009

So weird, so good, so French. How can you not like a movie that has an underground, lentil-eating, rebel movement?

This review of Delicatessen (1991) was written by Greg S on 25 Aug 2009.

Delicatessen has generally received very positive reviews.

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