Review of Wives Under Suspicion (1938) by Tom H — 21 Oct 2012

Only a few moments in this courtroom/marriage drama have the kick of James Whale's earlier films.

This review of Wives Under Suspicion (1938) was written by Tom H on 21 Oct 2012.

Wives Under Suspicion has generally received mixed reviews.

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