Review of Allure (2018) by Tara Brady for Irish Times — 17 May 2018

Excavates sexual trauma to darkly fascinating and meaningful effect.

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This review of Allure (2018) was written by Tara Brady and published by Irish Times on 17 May 2018.

Allure has generally received mixed reviews.

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