Review of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) by Kel H — 27 Dec 2012

Great western. And a great commentary of truth vs. legend, and the old way vs. the new!

This review of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) was written by Kel H on 27 Dec 2012.

The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance has generally received very positive reviews.

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Man, I'd shoot Liberty Valance just to put him out of the misery of having such a girly name…

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