Review of The Good German (2006) by Boogie H — 04 Mar 2008

Un merveilleux voyage dans l'univers des films noirs. Une solide réalisation et une grande qualité photo.

This review of The Good German (2006) was written by Boogie H on 04 Mar 2008.

The Good German has generally received mixed reviews.

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