Review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) by Filipe C — 12 Feb 2011

I never get tired of watching it. It will always be Wilder's masterpiece and undeniably one of the greatest achievments in motion pictures' history.

This review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) was written by Filipe C on 12 Feb 2011.

Sunset Boulevard has generally received very positive reviews.

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