Review of The Bad and the Beautiful (1952) by Brett W — 18 Sep 2007

Wonderfull film about Hollywood filmaking. Kirk Douglas is very intense in his performence.

This review of The Bad and the Beautiful (1952) was written by Brett W on 18 Sep 2007.

The Bad and the Beautiful has generally received very positive reviews.

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