Review of The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) by Joyce F — 21 Aug 2015

Entrancing cinematography and screenplay too poetic to be forgotten.

This review of The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) was written by Joyce F on 21 Aug 2015.

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly has generally received very positive reviews.

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