Review of Incendies (2010) by Sazid A — 27 Aug 2012

Amazing film. A true to life depiction of the very horrifying consequences war has on the individual citizen.

This review of Incendies (2010) was written by Sazid A on 27 Aug 2012.

Incendies has generally received very positive reviews.

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