Review of Tess (1979) by Dragutin A — 16 Oct 2008

The sorrowful life of a beaituful young woman, Tess.

This review of Tess (1979) was written by Dragutin A on 16 Oct 2008.

Tess has generally received positive reviews.

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Nastassja Kinski is just perfect as Tess, she looks like an innocent girl,but also has something seductive and charming. It's just perfect…

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