Review of Hiroshima Mon Amour (1959) by Luis Diego R — 11 Jun 2011

A film about memories and romance on a post-bomb Hiroshima. A complex exploration through the mind of the characters.

This review of Hiroshima Mon Amour (1959) was written by Luis Diego R on 11 Jun 2011.

Hiroshima Mon Amour has generally received very positive reviews.

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