Review of Lifeboat (1944) by Timothy B — 03 May 2014

One of Hitchcock's greatest films, a strong powerful cast included the wonderful Tallulah Bankhead.

This review of Lifeboat (1944) was written by Timothy B on 03 May 2014.

Lifeboat has generally received very positive reviews.

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