Review of Deconstructing Harry (1997) by Lynn C — 11 Nov 2007

Definitively Woody Allen at his best. A must-see intelligent, cynic, sarcastic (and hilarious) comedy.

This review of Deconstructing Harry (1997) was written by Lynn C on 11 Nov 2007.

Deconstructing Harry has generally received positive reviews.

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