Review of Double Indemnity (1973) by Scott K — 22 Nov 2008

Barbara Stanwyck is possibly the greatest femme fatale of all time.

This review of Double Indemnity (1973) was written by Scott K on 22 Nov 2008.

Double Indemnity has generally received positive reviews.

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