Review of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) by John Joseph M — 07 Jan 2013

Deneuve is gorgeous. French cinema almost at it's very best.

This review of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) was written by John Joseph M on 07 Jan 2013.

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg has generally received very positive reviews.

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