Review of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) by Katie R — 19 Jun 2007

Demy expresses the intensity and tragedy of their love with the vibrant color and sorrowful music. Beautiful actors, beautiful French; it's so wonderful...

This review of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) was written by Katie R on 19 Jun 2007.

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg has generally received very positive reviews.

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