Review of France (2021) by Bellinzona — 16 Jan 2022

Great movie, I don't know why it has so low ratings. And Lea Seydoux is stunning.

This review of France (2021) was written by Bellinzona on 16 Jan 2022.

France has generally received mixed reviews.

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