Review of Edward Scissorhands (1990) by Tom T — 25 May 2017

A perfect fable. I don't see a misstep anywhere, and the highs are deliriously high.

This review of Edward Scissorhands (1990) was written by Tom T on 25 May 2017.

Edward Scissorhands has generally received very positive reviews.

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