Review of Cadillac Records (2008) by Hildie S — 29 May 2009

Essential viewing for fans of Muddy Waters and Etta James: great music, interesting story, and overall excellent acting, particularly Jeffrey Wright as Muddy!

This review of Cadillac Records (2008) was written by Hildie S on 29 May 2009.

Cadillac Records has generally received positive reviews.

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So-so movie but great cars, guitars and music so worth a watch…

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By Thomas K (624) on 01 Dec 2013

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