Review of The Body Snatcher (1945) by Tracey C — 26 Oct 2010

What a great film a good story that no one would have thought of and believe it or not it was a great thriller with great acting I will watch it over and over agian.

This review of The Body Snatcher (1945) was written by Tracey C on 26 Oct 2010.

The Body Snatcher has generally received positive reviews.

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