Review of Devil in a Blue Dress (1995) by Carol G — 19 Aug 2017

Devilish Denzel in Disguise. Don Cheadle is an under-rated actor and devilishly delivers dishes of Blue Ribbon Diner Soul Food.

This review of Devil in a Blue Dress (1995) was written by Carol G on 19 Aug 2017.

Devil in a Blue Dress has generally received positive reviews.

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Very well told. A good story, some good plot twists and two wonderful performances from Denzel Washington and Don Cheadle as Mouse…

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