Review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) by Michal P — 18 May 2013

Masterpiece. Filmed with great skill (lots of lovely Kane-like shots of the huge house), great actors, awesome screenplay. Worth every penny.

This review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) was written by Michal P on 18 May 2013.

Sunset Boulevard has generally received very positive reviews.

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