Review of Lifeboat (1944) by Richard P — 04 Nov 2007

One of Hitch's best. Amazingly gripping for a film set soley on a little boat!

This review of Lifeboat (1944) was written by Richard P on 04 Nov 2007.

Lifeboat has generally received very positive reviews.

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