Review of Brother to Brother (2004) by William P — 11 Jun 2007

Supberb ( a stunning example of life as a young black gay bohemian) ... langston hughes... " what ever happens to a dream deffered.".

This review of Brother to Brother (2004) was written by William P on 11 Jun 2007.

Brother to Brother has generally received positive reviews.

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