Review of Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon (1942) by Melody M — 15 Jan 2008

This one is my favorite because it freaked my out the most! Basil Rathbone was excellent as Sherlock holmes!

This review of Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon (1942) was written by Melody M on 15 Jan 2008.

Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon has generally received mixed reviews.

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