Review of Hysteria (2011) by Lesley M — 15 Sep 2012

Loved it. Love Maggie. Tastefully done re the subject. Well balanced with comedy and drama. Lovely backstory.

This review of Hysteria (2011) was written by Lesley M on 15 Sep 2012.

Hysteria has generally received mixed reviews.

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