Review of The Story of Mankind (1957) by Scott R — 14 Aug 2015

If you do not suffer religious pedantry lightly, you'll hate this film.

This review of The Story of Mankind (1957) was written by Scott R on 14 Aug 2015.

The Story of Mankind has generally received negative reviews.

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