Review of The Killing (1956) by Andrew W — 17 Aug 2010

Really amazing considering this is over fifty years old, and how relevant it still is. plus, the sniper is amazingly weird.

This review of The Killing (1956) was written by Andrew W on 17 Aug 2010.

The Killing has generally received very positive reviews.

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