Review of Double Indemnity (1973) by Tom M — 03 Nov 2014

Stanwyck was one cold blooded heartless biatch! She put the Femme in Femme Fatale!

This review of Double Indemnity (1973) was written by Tom M on 03 Nov 2014.

Double Indemnity has generally received positive reviews.

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