Review of Yentl (1983) by Lani D — 08 Jun 2006

Terrific story, music & cast! Streisand deserves all her fame and more for this masterpiece!!

This review of Yentl (1983) was written by Lani D on 08 Jun 2006.

Yentl has generally received positive reviews.

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By Doron B (18) on 14 Apr 2011

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