Review of Brimstone & Treacle (1982) by Patricia F — 01 Jun 2008

THIS HAS ALSO PLAYED AS A BBC SERIES. GREAT ACTING VERY SINISTER PART PLAYED BY STING.

This review of Brimstone & Treacle (1982) was written by Patricia F on 01 Jun 2008.

Brimstone & Treacle has generally received positive reviews.

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