Review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) by J. Eric W — 14 Dec 2008

Superb performances that bring life to truly damaged, well-developed characters.

This review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) was written by J. Eric W on 14 Dec 2008.

Notes on a Scandal has generally received very positive reviews.

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