Review of Blackboard Jungle (1955) by Timothy J — 29 May 2013

These high school students must stayed back at least 10 years.

This review of Blackboard Jungle (1955) was written by Timothy J on 29 May 2013.

Blackboard Jungle has generally received positive reviews.

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