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Review of The Naked City (1948) by Trevor H — 05 Feb 2012

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It probably has one of the oddest voiceovers I've ever heard in a movie.

This review of The Naked City (1948) was written by Trevor H on 05 Feb 2012.

The Naked City has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Roger T (757) on 03 Apr 2013

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By Darren P (526) on 26 Apr 2012

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By Howard F (124) on 17 Mar 2012

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