Review of Out of the Past (1947) by Carlos F — 18 May 2008

Flawless Film Noir. Robert Mitchum is the perfect fall guy and Jane Greer is the beautiful femme fatale who lures him.

This review of Out of the Past (1947) was written by Carlos F on 18 May 2008.

Out of the Past has generally received very positive reviews.

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