Review of Bastard Out of Carolina (1996) by Stephanie S — 26 Jul 2007

This movie is brilliant, I love it, it makes me cry everytime..it shows how stupid and desperate mothers can be.

This review of Bastard Out of Carolina (1996) was written by Stephanie S on 26 Jul 2007.

Bastard Out of Carolina has generally received very positive reviews.

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