Review of The Draughtsman's Contract (1982) by Gordon I — 11 Jan 2013

This is the most fucked up movie about 17th Century England, and you know it.

This review of The Draughtsman's Contract (1982) was written by Gordon I on 11 Jan 2013.

The Draughtsman's Contract has generally received very positive reviews.

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