Review of Jailhouse Rock (1957) by Trevor S — 16 Jun 2007

The KIng in his prime knockin' em dead. Superb.

This review of Jailhouse Rock (1957) was written by Trevor S on 16 Jun 2007.

Jailhouse Rock has generally received positive reviews.

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