Review of Anatomy of a Murder (1959) by Saidur S — 19 Mar 2011

Another well made court room drama. James Stewart is amazing in it. But the movie is too long...

This review of Anatomy of a Murder (1959) was written by Saidur S on 19 Mar 2011.

Anatomy of a Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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