Review of The Broadway Melody (1929) by Asa B — 03 Mar 2012

Urgh! Noisy, irritating and pointless. Can't believe this won Best Picture in 1929.

This review of The Broadway Melody (1929) was written by Asa B on 03 Mar 2012.

The Broadway Melody has generally received mixed reviews.

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