Review of Edge of Darkness (1943) by Cameron C — 04 Jan 2011

I've heard nothing but bad things about this movie, so maybe I only think it's really good compared to that.

This review of Edge of Darkness (1943) was written by Cameron C on 04 Jan 2011.

Edge of Darkness has generally received mixed reviews.

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