Review of The Killing of Sister George (1968) by Isidro A — 21 Sep 2007

Don't read the sypnosis. I coudn't believe the plot of this movie when I watched it. It's from the 60s! Very brave.

This review of The Killing of Sister George (1968) was written by Isidro A on 21 Sep 2007.

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