Review of The Reader (2008) by Alan V — 29 Dec 2012

Something didn't feel right with the characters. maybe I'm just missing a note. In any case, I liked Winslet's performance in Revolutionary Road much better this year.

This review of The Reader (2008) was written by Alan V on 29 Dec 2012.

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