Review of Kippur (2000) by David Stratton for Variety — 16 Jun 2012

A cumulatively devastating and visceral insight into the horrors of war.

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This review of Kippur (2000) was written by David Stratton and published by Variety on 16 Jun 2012.

Kippur has generally received positive reviews.

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