Review of From Here to Eternity (1953) by Scott C — 17 Aug 2013

I found this to be a really silly melodrama and didn't understand all the hoopla over it.

This review of From Here to Eternity (1953) was written by Scott C on 17 Aug 2013.

From Here to Eternity has generally received very positive reviews.

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