Review of Bad Education (2004) by Kyriakos K — 08 Jul 2008

Pedro Almodovar delivers as usual -- the story contained some very powerful parts.

This review of Bad Education (2004) was written by Kyriakos K on 08 Jul 2008.

Bad Education has generally received very positive reviews.

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