Review of The Quiet Man (1952) by Catherine F — 12 Nov 2007

A great film even if it occasionally slips in "Iorishness" and with the longest fight scene in a movie (over 9 minutes) - FACT!

This review of The Quiet Man (1952) was written by Catherine F on 12 Nov 2007.

The Quiet Man has generally received very positive reviews.

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