Review of Baby Face (1933) by Kevin R — 02 Apr 2011

Barbara stanwyck = awesome in this movie.

This review of Baby Face (1933) was written by Kevin R on 02 Apr 2011.

Baby Face has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Brad G (899) on 04 May 2010

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