Review of Anatomy of a Murder (1959) by Morris N — 26 Apr 2007

Another great courtroom drama, this one complete with fish.

This review of Anatomy of a Murder (1959) was written by Morris N on 26 Apr 2007.

Anatomy of a Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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