Review of The Graduate (1967) by Edward S — 25 Mar 2012

Funny and really well paced. Dustin Hoffman is the man.

This review of The Graduate (1967) was written by Edward S on 25 Mar 2012.

The Graduate has generally received very positive reviews.

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