Review of The Lives of Others (2006) by Colin R — 17 Jun 2011

Poignant, deeply-moving perspective of life under communism in the former East Germany. A must see.

This review of The Lives of Others (2006) was written by Colin R on 17 Jun 2011.

The Lives of Others has generally received very positive reviews.

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