Review of The Grifters (1990) by Harry H — 18 Jan 2008

Anjelica Huston is as good in this movie as anyone has ever been in anything ever.

This review of The Grifters (1990) was written by Harry H on 18 Jan 2008.

The Grifters has generally received positive reviews.

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