Review of Anatomy of a Murder (1959) by Barry L — 12 Feb 2008

Brilliant dialogues & performances + intense courtroom action make it an all-time classics!

This review of Anatomy of a Murder (1959) was written by Barry L on 12 Feb 2008.

Anatomy of a Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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