Review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) by C P — 10 Aug 2009

A little long in the tooth for modern audiences, but the slow pace lets you wallow in it.

This review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) was written by C P on 10 Aug 2009.

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

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