Review of Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927) by I Don't Know W — 13 Aug 2011

Well a film which was well ahead of its time.....Probably one of the most artistic silent movies ever made.....A true masterpiece....

This review of Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927) was written by I Don't Know W on 13 Aug 2011.

Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans has generally received very positive reviews.

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