Review of The Killing of Sister George (1968) by Borden B — 23 Feb 2009

I loved this movie. "Mooooo!!!! Mooooo!!!!!" How great!

This review of The Killing of Sister George (1968) was written by Borden B on 23 Feb 2009.

The Killing of Sister George has generally received positive reviews.

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