Review of Child of Sorrow (1956) by Justin D — 25 Mar 2010

Really good acting I thought. Also good special effects.

This review of Child of Sorrow (1956) was written by Justin D on 25 Mar 2010.

Child of Sorrow has generally received mixed reviews.

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