Review of The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) by Shannon S — 05 Apr 2009

The kind of movie that Americans are never able to make. Very well done.

This review of The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) was written by Shannon S on 05 Apr 2009.

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

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