Review of Forbidden games (2015) by Rafaele L — 29 Jul 2007

Rene Clair's classic film is maybe the most haunting movie about childhood ever made. Great perfomances, brilliant score. Sublime masterpiece.

This review of Forbidden games (2015) was written by Rafaele L on 29 Jul 2007.

Forbidden games has generally received very positive reviews.

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