Review of Elevator to the Gallows (1958) by Nikolas G — 05 Feb 2008

Louis Malle and the holly company of the greatest France { and global } filmmakers.

This review of Elevator to the Gallows (1958) was written by Nikolas G on 05 Feb 2008.

Elevator to the Gallows has generally received very positive reviews.

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