Review of Cookie's Fortune (1999) by J. Hoberman for Village Voice — 20 May 2005

Long before it ends, its leisurely immersion in the Mississippi Delta has turned downright lukewarm and even chilly.

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This review of Cookie's Fortune (1999) was written by J. Hoberman and published by Village Voice on 20 May 2005.

Cookie's Fortune has generally received positive reviews.

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