Review of The Graduate (1967) by Johnny R — 25 Apr 2013

Dustin Hoffman is terrific as can be love this movie great actor. great story should've won best picture.

This review of The Graduate (1967) was written by Johnny R on 25 Apr 2013.

The Graduate has generally received very positive reviews.

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