Review of Bananas!* (2009) by William C — 10 Dec 2007

Screamingly funny Woody Allen comedy where he leads a revolution in Central America after being dumped by his girlfriend. Quite possibly the funniest he put out.

This review of Bananas!* (2009) was written by William C on 10 Dec 2007.

Bananas!* has generally received positive reviews.

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