Review of A Streetcar Named Desire (1951) by Billy R — 18 Oct 2011

I must be missing something. Didn't think it was a classic.

This review of A Streetcar Named Desire (1951) was written by Billy R on 18 Oct 2011.

A Streetcar Named Desire has generally received very positive reviews.

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