Review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) by Paul H — 27 May 2008

Bette Davis is amazingly disturbing. It makes "Misery" look like afternoon tea time at Grandma's house.

This review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) was written by Paul H on 27 May 2008.

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

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