Review of The Black Sleep (1956) by Gregory W — 12 Jun 2011

This is a that rare thing that defies the odds having and amazing all star cast & dikrector and itSTINKS! don't bother!

This review of The Black Sleep (1956) was written by Gregory W on 12 Jun 2011.

The Black Sleep has generally received mixed reviews.

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