Review of The Reader (2008) by Kristin B — 31 Aug 2016

Very touching movie with ultra nuanced Kate Winslet performance as former ex-Nazi. The film deals with pretty controversial German guilt theme and deals with great caution.

This review of The Reader (2008) was written by Kristin B on 31 August 2016.

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Review of The Reader (2008) by Kristin B — 31 Aug 2016

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