Review of Yella (2007) by Alan J — 18 Feb 2010

Overly downbeat psychological drama. The subject matter is depressingly handled which doesn't bode well for the viewer.

This review of Yella (2007) was written by Alan J on 18 Feb 2010.

Yella has generally received mixed reviews.

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