Review of Melancholia (2011) by Uche O — 29 Aug 2017

A visceral experience. The film is a visual representation of the emotion that acts as its title.

This review of Melancholia (2011) was written by Uche O on 29 Aug 2017.

Melancholia has generally received positive reviews.

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