Review of Young and Innocent (1937) by Noah J — 07 Jan 2008

It's no 39 Steps, despite being mostly the 39 Steps.

This review of Young and Innocent (1937) was written by Noah J on 07 Jan 2008.

Young and Innocent has generally received positive reviews.

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