Review of On the Waterfront (1954) by Samson S — 20 Feb 2011

WOW....now this is good cinema.....I cant believe I slept on this movie all these years...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

This review of On the Waterfront (1954) was written by Samson S on 20 Feb 2011.

On the Waterfront has generally received very positive reviews.

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