Review of The Secret Life of Words (2005) by Estelle M — 15 Jul 2007

This movie just blew me away. Beautiful. Poignant. Strange.

This review of The Secret Life of Words (2005) was written by Estelle M on 15 Jul 2007.

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

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