Review of The Lady Eve (1941) by Andrew U — 23 Feb 2008

Quick dialogue, quick-moving plot. A great film by Preston Sturges.

This review of The Lady Eve (1941) was written by Andrew U on 23 Feb 2008.

The Lady Eve has generally received very positive reviews.

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