Review of The Great McGinty (1940) by Michael M — 16 Jan 2011

Brian Donlevy is the MAN. Great double feature with Beau Geste. Laugh, cry, punch a guy...

This review of The Great McGinty (1940) was written by Michael M on 16 Jan 2011.

The Great McGinty has generally received positive reviews.

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