Review of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) by Alex P — 11 Feb 2009

Ain't no American Western better than this. Nothing beats the Duke saying "Whoa there pilgrim!".

This review of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) was written by Alex P on 11 Feb 2009.

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

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