Review of The Gallant Hours (1960) by Jay N — 21 Dec 2010

Jimmy's fine but this is plodding and dull.

This review of The Gallant Hours (1960) was written by Jay N on 21 Dec 2010.

The Gallant Hours has generally received positive reviews.

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