Review of Eyes Wide Shut (1999) by Amulya B — 07 Aug 2016

A haunting study of what it means to struggle with the desire and temptation of the unknown in our daily, and often menial lives.

This review of Eyes Wide Shut (1999) was written by Amulya B on 07 Aug 2016.

Eyes Wide Shut has generally received positive reviews.

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