Review of Detachment (2011) by Arpita M — 13 Oct 2012

If you think teaching is an easy job, I dare you to watch this movie.

This review of Detachment (2011) was written by Arpita M on 13 Oct 2012.

Detachment has generally received positive reviews.

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