Review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) by Jard M — 20 Jan 2012

Bette Davis is just one brilliant actress. I love how she plays batshit crazy so well, especially in her later films.

This review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) was written by Jard M on 20 Jan 2012.

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

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