Review of Dolemite (1975) by Melanie M — 29 May 2007

Good for a cultural study of 70s blaxploitation film and launched a lucrative film career for Rudy Ray Moore. However, it is not without its flaws... and many boom mikes.

This review of Dolemite (1975) was written by Melanie M on 29 May 2007.

Dolemite has generally received positive reviews.

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