Review of The Detective (1968) by Ken N — 16 Jul 2007

Possibly one of the best police dramas. dated attitudes are the only detractor.

This review of The Detective (1968) was written by Ken N on 16 Jul 2007.

The Detective has generally received mixed reviews.

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