Review of Lenny (1974) by Chris S — 30 Oct 2007

"Exllecnt performance by Hoffman".

This review of Lenny (1974) was written by Chris S on 30 Oct 2007.

Lenny has generally received positive reviews.

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By Dave Kehr (1,442) for Chicago Reader (7,190) on 13 Oct 2013

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By Alex B (1,607) on 06 Oct 2011

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By Casey B (442) on 04 Jun 2013

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