Review of The Piano Teacher (2001) by Doug L — 21 Nov 2010

I thought I was prepared for a sufficiently uncomfortable movie after the synopsis. wow, I was wrong.

This review of The Piano Teacher (2001) was written by Doug L on 21 Nov 2010.

The Piano Teacher has generally received very positive reviews.

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