Review of Doctor Dolittle (1967) by Rodger P — 02 Jul 2007

A movie musical I would be happier to own the soundtrack too. If only the director hadn't tried to make it My Fair Lady inside Doctor Dolittle...

This review of Doctor Dolittle (1967) was written by Rodger P on 02 Jul 2007.

Doctor Dolittle has generally received mixed reviews.

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