Review of The Gorgeous Hussy (1936) by Jade B — 15 Jan 2012

Joan was miscast and the storyline just plods along....

This review of The Gorgeous Hussy (1936) was written by Jade B on 15 Jan 2012.

The Gorgeous Hussy has generally received mixed reviews.

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