Review of Lifeboat (1944) by A. L. S — 16 Oct 2007

The actors, the drama, the cinematography... Wow.

This review of Lifeboat (1944) was written by A. L. S on 16 Oct 2007.

Lifeboat has generally received very positive reviews.

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