Review of sex, lies, and videotape (1989) by Cate H — 18 May 2008

Mmmmm...James Spader. The tension in this film is to die for. Great writing, and the keystone to what independent films are today.

This review of sex, lies, and videotape (1989) was written by Cate H on 18 May 2008.

sex, lies, and videotape has generally received very positive reviews.

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