Review of Cookie's Fortune (1999) by Arthur Lazere for culturevulture.net — 01 Jan 2000

More likely a footnote than a major chapter in [Altman's] career. But a charming and amusing footnote it is...

This review of Cookie's Fortune (1999) was written by Arthur Lazere and published by culturevulture.net on 01 Jan 2000.

Cookie's Fortune has generally received positive reviews.

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If you haven't seen it - you are truly missing out on a great ride! Enjoy! May Robert Altman rest in peace! You are missed…

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