Review of Dial M for Murder (1954) by Sam M — 06 Jan 2018

Brilliant film by Hitchcock. Wonder why I'd never seen up to now.

This review of Dial M for Murder (1954) was written by Sam M on 06 Jan 2018.

Dial M for Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Knox M (462) on 24 Jun 2016

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By George F (221) on 24 Jun 2016

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Wouldn't the world be so simple if everyone processes information as logically as the characters do here…

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