Review of Milk? (2012) by Jeanette D — 22 May 2012

Penn was absolutely ingenious in this movie and absolutely 110% deserved the Best Actress Oscar!

This review of Milk? (2012) was written by Jeanette D on 22 May 2012.

Milk? has generally received positive reviews.

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