Review of M (1931) by Greg D — 12 Aug 2010

A very well put together police, murder thriller that paved the way for several films of the same genre.

This review of M (1931) was written by Greg D on 12 Aug 2010.

M has generally received very positive reviews.

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Espera, espera sólo un ratito, de negro el monstruo vendrá sólo con su cuchillito a ti te rebanará…

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This is one of the best films ever made. period. exclamation point!! This is also a pretty good film if you're not used to sub-titles…

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