Review of Brimstone & Treacle (1982) by Jason D — 12 Aug 2008

Evil leads to good? What are you saying to me, Dennis Potter?

This review of Brimstone & Treacle (1982) was written by Jason D on 12 Aug 2008.

Brimstone & Treacle has generally received positive reviews.

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