Review of The Awful Truth (1937) by Rana E — 22 Jul 2009

Doesn't quite know when to end, but I'm not going to quibble with a movie where someone actually utters the phrase "madcap heiress". Also, hats!

This review of The Awful Truth (1937) was written by Rana E on 22 Jul 2009.

The Awful Truth has generally received very positive reviews.

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