Review of Double Indemnity (1973) by Mikey M — 21 Nov 2011

MacMurry and Stanwyck have great chemistry, the dialogue is tight as is the conclusion.

This review of Double Indemnity (1973) was written by Mikey M on 21 Nov 2011.

Double Indemnity has generally received positive reviews.

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