Review of Double Indemnity (1973) by Zachary S — 12 Nov 2008

Great movie with funny dialogue. Still want to try to do that thing he does with the matches.

This review of Double Indemnity (1973) was written by Zachary S on 12 Nov 2008.

Double Indemnity has generally received positive reviews.

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