Review of Walk East on Beacon (1952) by Greg W — 02 Nov 2013

A gr8 example of the many 'red menace" films of the '50's.

This review of Walk East on Beacon (1952) was written by Greg W on 02 Nov 2013.

Walk East on Beacon has generally received mixed reviews.

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One of many Red Menace films made during the 1950s, but is not one of the better ones -- too heavy-handed and lacks suspense and emotion…

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