Review of Leave Her to Heaven (1945) by Susie M — 14 Feb 2009

Tierney at her hypnotic best in this rather gritty, photogenic and enigmatically told psychological thriller.

This review of Leave Her to Heaven (1945) was written by Susie M on 14 Feb 2009.

Leave Her to Heaven has generally received very positive reviews.

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