Review of It Happened One Night (1934) by David A — 29 Mar 2009

75 years on this flick is still as fresh as it was. Aces!

This review of It Happened One Night (1934) was written by David A on 29 Mar 2009.

It Happened One Night has generally received very positive reviews.

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