Review of From Here to Eternity (1953) by Circus Maximus — 29 Dec 2008

Beyong the most memorable kiss in cinema, great war movie.

This review of From Here to Eternity (1953) was written by Circus Maximus on 29 Dec 2008.

From Here to Eternity has generally received very positive reviews.

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