Review of It Happened One Night (1934) by Sam M — 22 Apr 2009

The canon of all love stories I am fascinated.

This review of It Happened One Night (1934) was written by Sam M on 22 Apr 2009.

It Happened One Night has generally received very positive reviews.

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