Review of Fatal Attraction (1987) by Evelyn Y — 04 Jul 2008

Glenn Close portrays one of the most psychotic, twisted characters in film history.

This review of Fatal Attraction (1987) was written by Evelyn Y on 04 Jul 2008.

Fatal Attraction has generally received positive reviews.

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