Review of The Roaring Twenties (1939) by Liz R — 17 Jan 2008

A favourite film from years ago. Forget Cagney and Bogart, Priscilla Lane as Panama Smith has it all.

This review of The Roaring Twenties (1939) was written by Liz R on 17 Jan 2008.

The Roaring Twenties has generally received very positive reviews.

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