Review of Young and Innocent (1937) by Tyler J — 15 Dec 2007

Good Hitchcock, but obviously before his peak. Lots of insight to his later genius.

This review of Young and Innocent (1937) was written by Tyler J on 15 Dec 2007.

Young and Innocent has generally received positive reviews.

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