Review of White Heat (1949) by Consigliere 1 — 08 Jan 2007

James Cagneyis the best gangster of all time! totally nasty and bad!

This review of White Heat (1949) was written by Consigliere 1 on 08 Jan 2007.

White Heat has generally received very positive reviews.

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