Review of M (1931) by Jason H — 04 May 2012

Done unlike any other movie I have ever seen. Suspenseful entertaining with a totally different structure for plot. Peter Lorre pulls of desperation like no other.

This review of M (1931) was written by Jason H on 04 May 2012.

M has generally received very positive reviews.

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