Review of Hell's Hinges (1916) by Rob L — 18 Nov 2009

I liked it. Most silent film bores me for the most part unless it's Chaplin, but this one works.

This review of Hell's Hinges (1916) was written by Rob L on 18 Nov 2009.

Hell's Hinges has generally received mixed reviews.

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