Review of Holy Motors (2012) by Giancarlo G — 26 Jan 2013

The strangest film I've seen in a while. Great performances but I have no idea what it was about.

This review of Holy Motors (2012) was written by Giancarlo G on 26 Jan 2013.

Holy Motors has generally received positive reviews.

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