Review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) by Chríss T — 20 Dec 2009

Best acting I've ever seen in a film.

This review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) was written by Chríss T on 20 Dec 2009.

Notes on a Scandal has generally received very positive reviews.

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