Review of Herb & Dorothy (2009) by Kevin L — 22 Feb 2013

Great documentary if you like NYC A couple of eccentric art collectors held my interest throught this film.

This review of Herb & Dorothy (2009) was written by Kevin L on 22 Feb 2013.

Herb & Dorothy has generally received very positive reviews.

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