Review of Milk (2008) by Scott M — 19 Oct 2016

I cried for a full minute during the credits. I just cannot believe how people in our species are such complete and utter inhuman pieces of shit.

This review of Milk (2008) was written by Scott M on 19 Oct 2016.

Milk has generally received very positive reviews.

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