Review of Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927) by Trevor H — 09 Feb 2011

Incredible, seamless fluctuation between light and dark with some of the most brilliant twists i've ever seen.

This review of Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927) was written by Trevor H on 09 Feb 2011.

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

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