Review of Ransom! (1956) by Rick Q — 30 Apr 2012

"ransom!" would be a much better movie if it's ending wasn't complete bullshit. but the performances and mostly everything leading up to the end is good.

This review of Ransom! (1956) was written by Rick Q on 30 Apr 2012.

Ransom! has generally received mixed reviews.

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