Review of Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) by Vidyasagar B — 14 Jul 2008

I crack up at this movie so much! Classic Carey Grant!

This review of Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) was written by Vidyasagar B on 14 Jul 2008.

Arsenic and Old Lace has generally received very positive reviews.

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