Review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) by Risya H — 19 Jul 2012

The ending leaves a chilling spell and Judi Dench did some creepy ass macabre here! She scares me on this film.

This review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) was written by Risya H on 19 Jul 2012.

Notes on a Scandal has generally received very positive reviews.

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