Review of Double Indemnity (1973) by Dana R — 07 Sep 2014

#29 on AFI's Top 100 Movies list. I think I am taking a liking to this film noir thing.

This review of Double Indemnity (1973) was written by Dana R on 07 Sep 2014.

Double Indemnity has generally received positive reviews.

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