Review of Ninotchka (1939) by Peggy C — 31 Jan 2016

"Garbo laughs"! So will you. A must see!

This review of Ninotchka (1939) was written by Peggy C on 31 Jan 2016.

Ninotchka has generally received very positive reviews.

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