Review of Dial M for Murder (1954) by Ryan V — 11 Oct 2011

Milland is wonderfully vengeful and Kelly is perfectly tough but vulnerable in this classic about what a husband just might do in the case of marital infidelity.

This review of Dial M for Murder (1954) was written by Ryan V on 11 Oct 2011.

Dial M for Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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