Review of The Children's Hour (1961) by Haley H — 07 Apr 2007

Intriguing!!...have u seen a girll that mean?!...that Mary!!!....

This review of The Children's Hour (1961) was written by Haley H on 07 Apr 2007.

The Children's Hour has generally received positive reviews.

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