Review of Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) by Katie P — 23 Aug 2008

Everytime I watch this movie I fell sorry for the taxi driver.

This review of Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) was written by Katie P on 23 Aug 2008.

Arsenic and Old Lace has generally received very positive reviews.

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