Review of Titicut Follies (1967) by Y'ng Y — 13 Jun 2008

With the horrible facts shoved directly in your face, you would have wished it was a fictional film rather than a documentary.

This review of Titicut Follies (1967) was written by Y'ng Y on 13 Jun 2008.

Titicut Follies has generally received very positive reviews.

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