Review of Titicut Follies (1967) by Paul K — 30 Aug 2009

Bleak, sad and depressing..some great characters filmed which lightened the mood a bit...

This review of Titicut Follies (1967) was written by Paul K on 30 Aug 2009.

Titicut Follies has generally received very positive reviews.

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