Review of The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things (2004) by Azzam A — 18 Sep 2010

One of the signal most depressing and disturbing films I have ever witnessed.

This review of The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things (2004) was written by Azzam A on 18 Sep 2010.

The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things has generally received mixed reviews.

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