Review of Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) by Craig E — 14 Jan 2008

Part of my family's fourth of july traditions-great songs; great performances; just fantastic!

This review of Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) was written by Craig E on 14 Jan 2008.

Yankee Doodle Dandy has generally received very positive reviews.

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James Cagney is worth every piece of celluloid used for this picture. One of the few b&w's that I wished could have been done in colour…

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