Review of The Secret Life of Words (2005) by Slim C — 28 Apr 2008

Touching movie..another winner for tim robbins.

This review of The Secret Life of Words (2005) was written by Slim C on 28 Apr 2008.

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

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