Review of Sunday Bloody Sunday (1971) by Ed B — 05 Dec 2009

Three performances that surly must be seen. Though Peter Finch comes out ahead in this love triangle with tragic results.

This review of Sunday Bloody Sunday (1971) was written by Ed B on 05 Dec 2009.

Sunday Bloody Sunday has generally received positive reviews.

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