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Review of Baby Doll (1982) by Lino C — 29 Jan 2011

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Tremendously erotic film! Great performances!

This review of Baby Doll (1982) was written by Lino C on 29 Jan 2011.

Baby Doll has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Ben S (1,411) on 18 Jan 2010

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By Paul P (1,688) on 13 Dec 2015

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To think...that this was deemed pornographic back in the 50's. Carol Baker was erotically sizzling on the screen…

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