Review of Bananas!* (2009) by Carnelia G — 03 Jun 2007

Allen's fast-paced comedy pays homage to silent film comedies and the Marx Brothers. And I laughed out loud. A lot. Hurrah.

This review of Bananas!* (2009) was written by Carnelia G on 03 Jun 2007.

Bananas!* has generally received positive reviews.

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