Review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) by John O — 03 Jun 2010

Strongly acted and even occasionally chilling. This is a classic from a true auteur.

This review of Sunset Boulevard (1950) was written by John O on 03 Jun 2010.

Sunset Boulevard has generally received very positive reviews.

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