Review of Life Itself (2014) by Luc L — 24 May 2015

A modest documentary film about a popular film critic.

This review of Life Itself (2014) was written by Luc L on 24 May 2015.

Life Itself has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Carlos M (2,069) on 16 Dec 2015

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