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Review of Elephant (1993) by Lucas Y — 20 Jun 2010

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Visual masterpiece, creating tension with simple sequencing of the events and long takes.

This review of Elephant (1993) was written by Lucas Y on 20 Jun 2010.

Elephant has generally received positive reviews.

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