Review of The Night of the Hunter (1955) by Jacob E — 29 May 2013

Harry Powell is a great character, but this film just needed to go one level higher.

This review of The Night of the Hunter (1955) was written by Jacob E on 29 May 2013.

The Night of the Hunter has generally received very positive reviews.

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