Review of Picnic (1955) by Afrodit1964 E — 21 Jul 2007

Great film version of stage play - delicious!

This review of Picnic (1955) was written by Afrodit1964 E on 21 Jul 2007.

Picnic has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ron S (244) on 19 May 2008

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