Review of The Children's Hour (1961) by Christopher B — 25 Mar 2013

What happens when a child mistakes tough love for bullying? tragedy. Among the best performances by each of the 3 leads.

This review of The Children's Hour (1961) was written by Christopher B on 25 Mar 2013.

The Children's Hour has generally received positive reviews.

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He visto bastantes peliculas a las que les he dado una calificacion perfecta, a veces basta tan solo con que me gusten, pero juro por mis futuros…

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