Review of The Lady from Shanghai (1947) by Charles B — 30 Nov 2007

Orson Welles' third greatest movie, a great film noir, and a great ending, despite the studio's reedit.

This review of The Lady from Shanghai (1947) was written by Charles B on 30 Nov 2007.

The Lady from Shanghai has generally received very positive reviews.

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