Review of Witness for the Prosecution (1957) by Magdalena T — 29 Oct 2009

Great plot, great suspense and great enging.... man, they don't make such great movies anymore...

This review of Witness for the Prosecution (1957) was written by Magdalena T on 29 Oct 2009.

Witness for the Prosecution has generally received very positive reviews.

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