Review of The Maltese Falcon (1941) by Jack P — 29 Oct 2011

The best detective movie ever with a great cast and fun tale and becomes themovie that makes me love humphrey boart as a badass and actor.

This review of The Maltese Falcon (1941) was written by Jack P on 29 Oct 2011.

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