Review of Carmen Jones (1954) by Sharon F — 11 Nov 2007

Dorothy Dandridge just emanates on screen.Harry Belafonte is fanantastic,a wonderful film, portraying excellent talent.

This review of Carmen Jones (1954) was written by Sharon F on 11 Nov 2007.

Carmen Jones has generally received positive reviews.

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