Review of Picnic (1955) by Geonard Y — 28 Jun 2006

I'm a sucker for Kim Novak, and this turned out to be kickass anyway. Now I know who William Holden is.

This review of Picnic (1955) was written by Geonard Y on 28 Jun 2006.

Picnic has generally received positive reviews.

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