Review of Doctor Dolittle (1967) by Vicki N — 26 May 2007

This is a GREAT classic... for me much better than the cheesy remakes..

This review of Doctor Dolittle (1967) was written by Vicki N on 26 May 2007.

Doctor Dolittle has generally received mixed reviews.

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