Review of Everything Is Illuminated (2005) by Gerardo M — 30 Jun 2010

Brilliant movie, enteraining and intelligent from start to finish. Acting, directing, everything is perfect.

This review of Everything Is Illuminated (2005) was written by Gerardo M on 30 Jun 2010.

Everything Is Illuminated has generally received positive reviews.

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