Review of Hitchcock (2012) by Joel M — 24 Jun 2014

Mirren and Hopkins. Need I say more? Very interesting look at a disturbing Hollywood marriage.

This review of Hitchcock (2012) was written by Joel M on 24 Jun 2014.

Hitchcock has generally received positive reviews.

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