Review of The Children's Hour (1961) by Kelly N — 10 Jun 2007

I just love this film. The subject matter still amazes me for the time it was made, but maybe that just means that I have to watch more films from the 60's.

This review of The Children's Hour (1961) was written by Kelly N on 10 Jun 2007.

The Children's Hour has generally received positive reviews.

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