Review of State of the Union (1948) by Cyrus F — 11 Mar 2008

What a perfect film. Maybe not as funny as their regular pairings, but still, a wonderful, wonderful, wonderful movie.

This review of State of the Union (1948) was written by Cyrus F on 11 Mar 2008.

State of the Union has generally received positive reviews.

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