Review of The Grifters (1990) by Georgia M — 16 Feb 2007

Chilling, depressing, mesmerizing. My intro to John C & Annette B. Wow!

This review of The Grifters (1990) was written by Georgia M on 16 Feb 2007.

The Grifters has generally received positive reviews.

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