Review of It Happened One Night (1958) by Joel H — 23 Apr 2009

Not my favorite Capra movie but definitely enjoyable and classic.

This review of It Happened One Night (1958) was written by Joel H on 23 Apr 2009.

It Happened One Night has generally received positive reviews.

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