Review of The Man Who Wasn't There (2001) by Mika V — 10 May 2008

It left me totally cold. Damn! Beautiful cinematography though.

This review of The Man Who Wasn't There (2001) was written by Mika V on 10 May 2008.

The Man Who Wasn't There has generally received very positive reviews.

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