Review of Eternity and a Day (1998) by Diana C — 11 Nov 2007

Timeless,poetic and meaningful...but clearly not a movie for Holywood admirers...

This review of Eternity and a Day (1998) was written by Diana C on 11 Nov 2007.

Eternity and a Day has generally received very positive reviews.

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