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The Cat and the Canary (1927) Blu-ray Review

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I’m still learning how to watch silent movies without zoning out. It helps when they are visually interesting and the story is creepy, and funny. The Cat and the Canary is all of those things. I truly enjoyed watching it and you can read my review at Cinema Sentries.

Posted on October 29, 2025 by Mat BrewsterPosted in ReviewsTagged laura la plante, mysteries, silent movies, the cat and the canary. Leave a comment

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