Review of All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) by Harry L — 21 Nov 2006

My only World War 1 film that I can recal, and a very good one at that.

This review of All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) was written by Harry L on 21 Nov 2006.

All Quiet on the Western Front has generally received very positive reviews.

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