Review of The Beguiled (1971) by Finbarr K — 09 Nov 2007

This is one of the finest gothic melodramas I have ever seen. Don Siegel is an outstanding filmmaker.

This review of The Beguiled (1971) was written by Finbarr K on 09 Nov 2007.

The Beguiled has generally received positive reviews.

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