Review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) by Marc H — 07 Jan 2009

Liked this film from the very start, doesnt hurt that it has my make believe wife in Cate Hopkins lol!

This review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) was written by Marc H on 07 Jan 2009.

Notes on a Scandal has generally received very positive reviews.

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