Review of Anna Christie (1930) by Katie R — 20 Jun 2007

Garbo's first talkie is excellent. It a role that's tailor made for her.

This review of Anna Christie (1930) was written by Katie R on 20 Jun 2007.

Anna Christie has generally received positive reviews.

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By Margaret A (35) on 17 Mar 2008

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By Randy E (54) on 29 Nov 2004

[FONT=Trebuchet MS]Greta Garbo has a past... but her father and paramour are not ready to hear it; from a play by Eugene O'Neill. [/FONT]…

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By Jeffrey K (264) on 18 Oct 2007

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By David F (1,889) on 02 Feb 2010

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By Peter H (1,359) on 08 Sep 2007

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