Review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) by Meril L — 20 Sep 2008

Wow what a script! Totally deserved the Oscar nod (The Departed won. Lame.). And the noms for music & acting as well. So haunting. Definitely worth watching.

This review of Notes on a Scandal (2006) was written by Meril L on 20 Sep 2008.

Notes on a Scandal has generally received very positive reviews.

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