Review of Upstream Color (2013) by Kimberly S — 20 Jul 2013

Too abstract for me, yet still managed to hold my interest to a certain extent, probably due to the gorgeous cinematography.

This review of Upstream Color (2013) was written by Kimberly S on 20 Jul 2013.

Upstream Color has generally received positive reviews.

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