Review of Everything Is Illuminated (2005) by Sara S — 24 Mar 2012

Coming from a 3rd generation survivor, this is one of my favorite films. It's funny, quirky, and never let's you stop guessing.

This review of Everything Is Illuminated (2005) was written by Sara S on 24 Mar 2012.

Everything Is Illuminated has generally received positive reviews.

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