Review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) by Gavin D — 06 Aug 2012

Robert Aldrich does an excellent job in turning "Baby Jane" from camp to psychological terror.

This review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) was written by Gavin D on 06 Aug 2012.

What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? has generally received very positive reviews.

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