Review of The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939) by Josh L — 20 Feb 2007

Basil Rathbone is the ultimate Sherlock Holmes.

This review of The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939) was written by Josh L on 20 Feb 2007.

The Hound of the Baskervilles has generally received very positive reviews.

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