Review of Fahrenheit 451 (1966) by Tara B — 11 Feb 2008

Awesome Truffaut film. The aesthetic is unique for a film which takes place in a dystopic future.

This review of Fahrenheit 451 (1966) was written by Tara B on 11 Feb 2008.

Fahrenheit 451 has generally received positive reviews.

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