Review of Umberto D. (1952) by Mohammad H — 14 Aug 2011

A classic case of Neorealist cinema... wth no exaggeration of sentiments or melodrama... beautiful !!!

This review of Umberto D. (1952) was written by Mohammad H on 14 Aug 2011.

Umberto D. has generally received very positive reviews.

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