Review of Synecdoche, New York (2008) by Jhordan W — 01 Mar 2012

Oddly strategic film. Confusing and depressed.

This review of Synecdoche, New York (2008) was written by Jhordan W on 01 Mar 2012.

Synecdoche, New York has generally received positive reviews.

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