Review of Rebel Without a Cause (1955) by Andrew S — 09 Jul 2009

Okay, I've heard about this movie for... ever; and yet... it was really pretty bad. Whaddaya know.

This review of Rebel Without a Cause (1955) was written by Andrew S on 09 Jul 2009.

Rebel Without a Cause has generally received very positive reviews.

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