Review of The Piano Teacher (2001) by Ever D — 30 Jul 2007

I adore this film. Haunting, disturbing, mesmerising. Isablle Huppert is amazing, as always.

This review of The Piano Teacher (2001) was written by Ever D on 30 Jul 2007.

The Piano Teacher has generally received very positive reviews.

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