Review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) by Andrés L — 02 Nov 2011

I love this film, there are no more words.

This review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) was written by Andrés L on 02 Nov 2011.

Notes on a Scandal has generally received very positive reviews.

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