Review of Victim (1961) by Greg W — 27 Mar 2016

One of the first UK movies 2 deal with what was them illegal subject homosexuality when it was still illegal.

This review of Victim (1961) was written by Greg W on 27 Mar 2016.

Victim has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Ceph J (114) on 14 Jul 2011

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By George B (718) on 21 Nov 2009

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By Ripö M (410) on 19 Oct 2010

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By Sean O (244) on 16 Nov 2010

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