Review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) by Ted H — 08 Aug 2012

As far as I am concerned, the greatest film ever made! I love the Lloyd-Webber musical, too.

This review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) was written by Ted H on 08 Aug 2012.

Sunset Boulevard has generally received very positive reviews.

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