Review of Young and Innocent (1937) by Daniel S — 12 Jun 2007

The biggest Hitchcock MacGuffin except possibly Harry. A splendidly amusing romance set against fugitive story, featuring a crane shot that'll make you mess yourself.

This review of Young and Innocent (1937) was written by Daniel S on 12 Jun 2007.

Young and Innocent has generally received positive reviews.

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