Review of Sweet Dreams (1981) by Sam M — 30 Mar 2017

Lange is exceptionally brilliant as Patsy!

This review of Sweet Dreams (1981) was written by Sam M on 30 Mar 2017.

Sweet Dreams has generally received very positive reviews.

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