Review of Holy Motors (2012) by Devon M — 17 Oct 2012

Experimental, beautiful, visually stunning, confusing... Loved it.

This review of Holy Motors (2012) was written by Devon M on 17 Oct 2012.

Holy Motors has generally received positive reviews.

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