Review of The Secret Life of Words (2005) by Jose P — 03 Apr 2012

Sarah Polley is absolutely brilliant as nurse Hanna. Beautifully written and directed by Isabel Coixet.

This review of The Secret Life of Words (2005) was written by Jose P on 03 Apr 2012.

The Secret Life of Words has generally received very positive reviews.

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