Review of The Reader (2008) by Marion-Louise H — 23 Dec 2010

A touching and deep film that lets the viewer have their own thoughts and reactions to what's happening. Beautiful filming.

This review of The Reader (2008) was written by Marion-Louise H on 23 Dec 2010.

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