Review of The Mind Benders (1963) by Stefanie C — 05 Dec 2010

A fine performance by Bogarde in an otherwise mediocre film.

This review of The Mind Benders (1963) was written by Stefanie C on 05 Dec 2010.

The Mind Benders has generally received mixed reviews.

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