Review of The Maltese Falcon (1941) by Kyle H — 30 Mar 2009

Greatest detective movie ever. Every man should try to be like Sam Spade.

This review of The Maltese Falcon (1941) was written by Kyle H on 30 Mar 2009.

The Maltese Falcon has generally received very positive reviews.

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