Review of Doctor Dolittle (1967) by Frank M — 20 May 2009

Enjoyable musical and a fun film for the whole family.

This review of Doctor Dolittle (1967) was written by Frank M on 20 May 2009.

Doctor Dolittle has generally received mixed reviews.

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