Review of Wendy and Lucy (2008) by Love M — 17 Feb 2013

A bleak but artistic drama of love and lost. Wrenchinly honest, painfully slow!

17/02/2013.

This review of Wendy and Lucy (2008) was written by Love M on 17 Feb 2013.

Wendy and Lucy has generally received positive reviews.

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