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Review of The Naked City (1948) by Steve K — 19 Jun 2007

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Great shots of late-40s New York... like a good Law & Order episode, but 1948.

This review of The Naked City (1948) was written by Steve K on 19 Jun 2007.

The Naked City has generally received very positive reviews.

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4/5 stars for location shots. Amazing of UWS, LES and midtown. Old subway/El and double-decker bus. Soda shops, magazine kiosks…

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By Dwight N (1) on 18 Mar 2012

This movie works on many different levels. If you love history you will love this film as a time capsule of 1947 America…

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By Ray S (427) on 17 Jul 2012

The Naked City isn't a great film, but it's interesting to watch it for what it could have been rather than for what it is…

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By Spencer S (1,155) on 01 Mar 2012

I can't believe I went this long not having seen this. On-location shots of NYC, wow…

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By Vanessa C (190) on 17 Jul 2012

Very enjoyable crime story. Engaging visuals; really neat to see the time period…

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