Review of Contempt (1963) by Derrick C — 16 Feb 2008

Maybe my favorite Goddard film though there is still two or three Goddard films pre-1970s I have yet to see.

This review of Contempt (1963) was written by Derrick C on 16 Feb 2008.

Contempt has generally received very positive reviews.

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