Review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) by Chillindylan G — 05 Feb 2015

Hog-eye, turn that light where it belongs...

This review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) was written by Chillindylan G on 05 Feb 2015.

Sunset Boulevard has generally received very positive reviews.

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