Review of Lifeboat (1944) by Alexander C — 18 Aug 2007

One of Hitchcock's most under-rated films. One of my personal favorites.

This review of Lifeboat (1944) was written by Alexander C on 18 Aug 2007.

Lifeboat has generally received very positive reviews.

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