Review of Broadway Danny Rose (1984) by Kenneth B — 21 May 2012

I just wasn't really engaged by this film. It's adequate as far as Allen films go but far from his best.

This review of Broadway Danny Rose (1984) was written by Kenneth B on 21 May 2012.

Broadway Danny Rose has generally received very positive reviews.

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