Review of The Scarlet Letter (1995) by Amanda W — 25 Aug 2008

Althought this version of the movie doesn't follow closely with the book, seeing Gary Oldman with long hair and a goatee is a major turn on.

This review of The Scarlet Letter (1995) was written by Amanda W on 25 Aug 2008.

The Scarlet Letter has generally received mixed reviews.

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