Review of The Killing (1956) by Gabriel M — 07 Sep 2008

I love Sterling Hayden. I love Stanley Kubrick. Well, then I guess I love The Killing.

This review of The Killing (1956) was written by Gabriel M on 07 Sep 2008.

The Killing has generally received very positive reviews.

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