Review of The New Girlfriend (2014) by Ming Siu G — 27 May 2016

Another sexually brash, campy and twisted Oedipus Complex tale of sorts from provocateur Francois Ozon.

This review of The New Girlfriend (2014) was written by Ming Siu G on 27 May 2016.

The New Girlfriend has generally received positive reviews.

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