Review of Sunday Bloody Sunday (1971) by Cole Smithey for ColeSmithey.com — 05 Dec 2005

A bold film filled with powerful performances.

This review of Sunday Bloody Sunday (1971) was written by Cole Smithey and published by ColeSmithey.com on 05 Dec 2005.

Sunday Bloody Sunday has generally received positive reviews.

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