Review of The Notorious Bettie Page (2006) by Debbie P — 09 May 2007

The Notorious Bettie Page stars Gretchen Mol who gives a wonderful and believable performace of Page.

This review of The Notorious Bettie Page (2006) was written by Debbie P on 09 May 2007.

The Notorious Bettie Page has generally received positive reviews.

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By Letia G (26) on 09 Feb 2011

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By Robert C (1,701) on 23 Jun 2013

The Notorious Bettie Page feels like it wants to be more of a period piece about the art rather than about the girl itself, which feels lackluster…

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By Carlos D (596) on 24 Feb 2013

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