Review of Dial M for Murder (1954) by Ilsa L — 25 May 2012

Watched this again today and was way more impressed than I was last time I saw it. Ray Milland is captivating as Tom Wendice.

This review of Dial M for Murder (1954) was written by Ilsa L on 25 May 2012.

Dial M for Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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