Review of Soul Man (1986) by Michelle V — 01 Jul 2008

This movie is HILARIOUS!!! I looove it Tommy Howell Delivers his Lines PERFECTLY like playing a ganster etc.

This review of Soul Man (1986) was written by Michelle V on 01 Jul 2008.

Soul Man has generally received mixed reviews.

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