Review of Topaz (1945) by Julian E — 05 Apr 2006

Dated and slow I'm afraid. Hitch had bad day with this one.

This review of Topaz (1945) was written by Julian E on 05 Apr 2006.

Topaz has generally received mixed reviews.

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