Review of They Live by Night (1949) by Suvi L — 24 Oct 2008

Farley Granger is not my favourites and sometimes he's annoying. The movie is ok but the middle dragged a bit.

This review of They Live by Night (1949) was written by Suvi L on 24 Oct 2008.

They Live by Night has generally received positive reviews.

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