Review of I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang (1932) by Laurent B — 12 Nov 2015

Paul Muni is sensational. A masterpiece !

This review of I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang (1932) was written by Laurent B on 12 Nov 2015.

I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang has generally received very positive reviews.

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