

Storm Center(1956)
Who really set the town aflame?...
Politicians go after a small-town librarian when she refuses to ban a book. She's quickly labeled a Communist.

Movie: Storm Center

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Politicians go after a small-town librarian when she refuses to ban a book. She's quickly labeled a Communist.
Release Date
1956-07-31
Average
6.4
Rating:
3.2 startsTagline
Who really set the town aflame?...
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Languages:
English
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