Review of Infamous (2006) by Phil H — 30 Jul 2007

Brilliant - better than the Oscar friendly Capote.

This review of Infamous (2006) was written by Phil H on 30 Jul 2007.

Infamous has generally received positive reviews.

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By Scott C (2,765) on 05 Jan 2013

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