Review of Killer's Kiss (1955) by Private U — 18 Nov 2007

Very early Kubrick, not that great, but interesting to see his development.

This review of Killer's Kiss (1955) was written by Private U on 18 Nov 2007.

Killer's Kiss has generally received positive reviews.

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