Review of Melancholia (2011) by Kevin L — 29 Mar 2014

If I didn't already love Lars von Trier, the visual brilliance and emotive storytelling in this film would have won me over by a long shot.

This review of Melancholia (2011) was written by Kevin L on 29 Mar 2014.

Melancholia has generally received positive reviews.

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