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Review of Double Indemnity (1973) by Nikhil M — 09 Aug 2012

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Love can be a dangerous thing. This movies tells us how. The guy gets so drenched up in love that he readily agrees to be a part of a murder scheme. But he also is a guy who has a heart of gold. This movie is definitely the best noir I have seen and even probably I will in future.

This review of Double Indemnity (1973) was written by Nikhil M on 09 Aug 2012.

Double Indemnity has generally received positive reviews.

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