Review of Ikiru (1952) by Alex R — 28 Dec 2007

This was a great movie. Its one of those that makes you think that maybe you havent lived your life as full as you could be.

This review of Ikiru (1952) was written by Alex R on 28 Dec 2007.

Ikiru has generally received very positive reviews.

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