Review of Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) by Alexis S — 27 Mar 2012

I just love this movie. My friend and I watch it everytime she visits.

This review of Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) was written by Alexis S on 27 Mar 2012.

Arsenic and Old Lace has generally received very positive reviews.

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