Review of Everything Is Illuminated (2005) by Ed F — 29 Nov 2009

A holocaust movie in disguise. It has a quirky and humorous twist. Very endearing movie, understated in all the right ways.

This review of Everything Is Illuminated (2005) was written by Ed F on 29 Nov 2009.

Everything Is Illuminated has generally received positive reviews.

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