Review of Carmen Jones (1954) by Wezul S — 01 Oct 2013

A musical tragedy about a heartbreaking homewrecking trollop who ends up breaking the wrong heart. Great music, boring story.

This review of Carmen Jones (1954) was written by Wezul S on 01 Oct 2013.

Carmen Jones has generally received positive reviews.

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DOROTHY DANDRIDGE For role in 'Carmen Jones', Dorothy Dandridge was the first black actress to be nominated for Best Actress academy award…

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