Review of From Russia with Love (1963) by Brendon M — 16 Jul 2014

The best Connery adventure. Beautifully shot and crafted. The Bond-Red train fistfight is still intense 50 years later. Classy and thrilling.

This review of From Russia with Love (1963) was written by Brendon M on 16 Jul 2014.

From Russia with Love has generally received very positive reviews.

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