Review of Double Indemnity (1973) by Zack H — 17 Mar 2009

This is the noir that all other noirs wish they could be like.

This review of Double Indemnity (1973) was written by Zack H on 17 Mar 2009.

Double Indemnity has generally received positive reviews.

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